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Laura Hoffman, JD, on protecting patients' vaccination data

The AMA is leading the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. See video updates on how the AMA is fighting COVID-19 by discussing how to prioritize and protect patients' vaccination data.

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HIPAA
AMA Update
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AMA opens doors for health tech innovators with CPT Developer Program

Leader in medical terminology offers developers access to widely used CPT code set and resources.

Press Releases
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How smartphone apps can—and should—protect users’ health info

When mobile health app developers take these steps to protect user privacy, they boost trust and use of technology that can empower patients.

HIPAA
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FTC warns health apps to comply with health data-breach rules

The AMA has pushed for better protection of patients’ data in health apps. Learn how this federal regulatory action moves in that direction.

Digital
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Patient Access Playbook: Introduction

Download the playbook PDF to learn more about how critical it is that practices help provide patients with their own health information, not only because it’s the law but also because it is the right thing to do.

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Digital Health Implementation Playbook Series
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7 essentials to getting mHealth data into flow of patient care

Learn what mHealth developers should do so that physicians and their patients can use glitch-free apps and share information in a meaningful way.

Digital
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What doctors wish patients knew about contact tracing

Contact tracing still holds a place in slowing the spread of COVID-19. One physician expert shares what patients need to know.

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Infectious Diseases
What Doctors Wish Patients Knew™
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15 Min Read

Tracie Collins, MD, discusses vaccine distribution in New Mexico

The AMA is leading the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. See daily video updates on how the AMA is fighting COVID-19 by discussing how New Mexico is handling COVID-19 vaccine allocation and distribution.

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Infectious Diseases
AMA Update
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Patient Access Playbook: The world of apps

Download the Patient Access Playbook PDF to learn about rights and responsibilities when patients use apps for their EHRs.

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