Module 3 Discussion 2 (100 Points)
In healthcare organizations, all staff members must undergo comprehensive training in privacy policies. Training encompasses maintaining the confidentiality of patient information, upholding the individual rights guaranteed by privacy regulations, and promptly reporting any suspected breaches or violations. Each new employee should complete this training within a reasonable timeframe upon joining the workforce. In the event of material changes to privacy policies or procedures, employees must undergo additional training to stay informed and compliant. It is strongly recommended that all staff members receive refresher training on an annual basis to reinforce their understanding and adherence to privacy protocols. Furthermore, the staff will need to maintain detailed documentation evidencing their completion of privacy training sessions. While not obligatory, obtaining signed acknowledgments of training from each staff member can significantly aid in demonstrating compliance. In addition to training, staff members must implement safeguards and mechanisms for Protected Health Information (PHI). Safeguards encompass administrative, technical, and physical measures, all of which should align with the privacy regulations and Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) security standards.
Instructions:
- Read the textbook chapters 8-11 on Privacy Training, HIPAA, and PHI. NO OUTSIDE SOURCE
- Select only three of the five topics:
- Training Frequency and Timing
- Documentation and Compliance
- Safeguards and Mechanisms
- Integration of Policies and Procedures
- Continuous Improvement
- Write a 600-word initial post that contains:
- A title relative to your research, and an introductory paragraph (add the thesis statement as the last sentence in the first paragraph),
- Three content paragraphs (using sublevel headings and topics above),
- Your recommendation in the conclusion paragraph based on your research,
- APA (2020) Manual format on pages 61-69 (include in-text citations and three peer-reviewed journal references relative to informatics). Use this format for all written papers in the course.
