Ethics of Privacy, Confidentiality & Medical Records

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HIPAAMar 3, 2021

Common HIPAA violations physicians should guard against

Since 2003, these five violations of patient privacy have been catching the attention of federal regulators who have been keeping an eye on physicians.

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EthicsMay 18, 2020

COVID-19 contact tracing, isolation are key: How to do them ethically

Ethical questions surround these crucial public health measures. Opinions from the AMA Code of Medical Ethics provide clarity.

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Ethical practice in isolation, quarantine & contact tracing

The AMA Code of Medical Ethics provides guidance to help physicians strike the balance with patient's rights and privacy when dealing with contact tracing, isolation or quarantine.

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Use of patient registries during public health emergencies

While patient information data can be useful during a pandemic, the AMA Code of Medical Ethics provides guidelines on protecting patient confidentiality.

DigitalNov 14, 2019

Google-Ascension deal comes as concerns rise on use of health data

Patient privacy cannot be retrieved once it’s lost. Learn how the AMA has made protecting patient health data in the digital age a top priority.

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Code of Medical Ethics: Privacy, confidentiality & medical records

Respecting patients’ privacy is crucial. Find out how patient confidentiality ethics build trust, foster thoughtful decision making and improve care.

EthicsNov 14, 2017

When appearing in media, physicians carry special responsibility

Doctors “must uphold the values” of the medical profession. That means providing accurate information, disclosing conflicts of interest, and more.

EthicsMay 12, 2017

Reality TV and the AMA Code of Medical Ethics

The AMA Code of Medical Ethics has guidance to help physicians seeking to document real patients for public broadcast.

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Ethics of Privacy, Confidentiality & Medical Records

Common HIPAA violations physicians should guard against

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Use of patient registries during public health emergencies

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Code of Medical Ethics: Privacy, confidentiality & medical records

When appearing in media, physicians carry special responsibility

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