Discussion Post
The goal of protecting patient information privacy often conflicts with the goal of providing the improved healthcare that EMRs can support. Provisions in HIPAA provide some confidentiality protection, but not enough. Potential for a major privacy breach lies in the system of primary or secondary users.
Review: Rodriguez, L. (2011). Privacy, security, and electronic health records.
a) What privacy and security issues are hindering the adoption of EMR systems?
b) In your opinion, which of these issues is the most important to address first?
The response must include a reference list. One-inch margins, double-space, Using Times New Roman 12 pnt font and APA style of writing and citations.