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Cybersecurity tips for handling patient-generated health data

The AMA Digital Health Implementation Playbook and other cybersecurity resources show how to prepare for accepting health data from patients.

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July 12, 2018: National Advocacy Update

Software patching, pay adjustments and more in the latest AMA national health care advocacy news.

Advocacy Update
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In age of digital crime, old motto applies: Be prepared

How well a medical practice survives a cyberattack depends on how well it has prepared. Follow this advice on getting started.

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To beat digital divide, time for “the talk” with your IT vendors

The better the conversation a medical practice has with its health IT vendors, the safer and smoother the delivery of patient care will be.

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What you can do about patient safety’s latest threat—cyberattacks

Patient safety is no longer just a bedside concern. Cyberattacks are a growing risk and demand smart responses by doctors and the government. Password security and computer screen locks are just two of the basic steps to take now.

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5 steps to get a handle on your practice's cyber vulnerability

83% of physicians say their practice has experienced a cyberattack. The AMA offers expert advice to help you understand and minimize the risk to your patients’ health information.

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8 in 10 doctors have experienced a cyberattack in practice

In a first-of-its-kind survey, physicians say there are plenty of hackers and too little useful help in understanding complex HIPAA cybersecurity requirements.

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4 in 5 physicians had a cyberattack in their practices, says survey

Eighty-three percent of U.S. physicians have experienced some form of a cybersecurity attack, according to new research released today by Accenture and the AMA.

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June 16, 2017: National Advocacy Update

HHS update on WannaCry, OCR resources on reporting after cyberattacks and more in the latest AMA national health care advocacy news.

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