Information System Security and Privacy Summarized

Throughout the course, you have learned about the HIPAA privacy and security rule and its impact that it has on healthcare organizations. In a two page paper, summarize the various weeks of learning and the key takeaways that you have gleaned from each week. Specifically focus your summary from a healthcare professional perspective. Cite any references as needed. Items we covered were:

HIPAA Privacy and Security Rule

Convenience vs. Security

Information Security Breaches & Your Personal Health Record

Administrative & Physical Safeguards

Healthcare Organization Cyberattacks

Releasing Medical Records” & “Social Media

Informal Patient ConsentContingency Planning” & “Communicating with EmployeesMitigating Threats

Ransomware” & “Computer Viruses

Fighting Cybercrime