“Protecting Patient Privacy and Security in an HIE Chronic Disease Hub: Key Requirements and Best Practices” Introduction The secure exchange of health information is crucial for improving the quality and coordination of healthcare. Health Information Exchanges (HIEs) serve

INSTRUCTION The secure exchange of health information between providers, patients, and other stakeholders is essential for delivering high quality care. Protecting the privacy and security of patient data must be a top priority in the development of plans for an HIE hub. For this assignment, you will identify the core privacy and security requirements that should be incorporated into an HIE hub’s policies, procedures, and technical infrastructure. Instructions
Research best practices for HIEs recommended by organizations like the Office of the National Coordinator for Health IT (ONC), Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society (HIMSS), and relevant security/privacy laws. Consider the key controls and safeguards that should be implemented to ensure appropriate access, use, and disclosure of patient information through an HIE hub. Paying particular attention to related HIPAA and adjacent government regulations, create a 4 to 5-page instructional booklet detailing key privacy and security requirements for your proposed HIE chronic disease hub from Lesson 2. Length: This assignment must be 4-5 pages (excluding the title and reference pages). References: Include 5 scholarly resources.