Frequently Asked Questions

What are some ways I can prevent written PHI from being disclosed in non-secure locations such as clinic registration areas, conference rooms, elevators, and cafeterias? In order to minimize the risk of violating patient privacy, individuals should do the following: Turn over clinic schedules when not being used at the registration desks or place a cover sheet over the documents Remove PHI from conference rooms upon leaving. Carry medical records with the patient’s name facing inward when standing in elevators. Avoid bringing PHI (i.e. medical charts) to public places such as the cafeteria as it may get left behind. Store PHI in a secure location (i.e. office) prior to leaving for the cafeteria.

In order to minimize the risk of violating patient privacy, individuals should do the following:

Turn over clinic schedules when not being used at the registration desks or place a cover sheet over the documents
Remove PHI from conference rooms upon leaving.
Carry medical records with the patient’s name facing inward when standing in elevators.
Avoid bringing PHI (i.e. medical charts) to public places such as the cafeteria as it may get left behind. Store PHI in a secure location (i.e. office) prior to leaving for the cafeteria.