Security and Control of Health Data

Paper Summary:

This paper discusses the new electronic health record that the Hillsdale Hernia Clinic plans to implement. It describes the new security program and its components, as well as security and control standards. The paper also discusses the purpose of the new program and describes at what stage the new electronic health record will be considered to be effective.

Table of Contents:
Introduction
Security Organizational Structure
Order Entry and Reporting
Pharmacy System
Online Dictated Reporting
Technological Controls
Policies and Procedures
Conclusion

From the Paper:

"Dictated reporting is a form of data entry and is intended eventually to be transcribed. Dictated reporting is easily available to all other users simply by listening because vocal sounds are recorded and then converted into digital format (LaTour & Eichenwald, 2002). Through use of a phone or microphone, the clinician enters digits which signify basic information related to identification. The computer digitizes the person's voice for later transcription. In online dictated reporting the most pertinent information is always presented first. The work of transcription is often shared among several individuals but information is coded. As well as the digital version there also is a print copy which is sent to other areas. Rather than the current method of dictation, attempts are now being made to use the PC as the recording device. In addition, because of voice recognition technology, the need for transcription is being eliminated. Another feature which enhances security of this dictated information is that dictated reports are always required quickly and are attached to the patient record within a set timeframe (LaTour & Eichenwald, 2002)."

Sample of Sources Used:

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