Identify and protect against anticipated threats to the security, integrity, and impermissible uses or disclosures of the information Healthcare facilities are rapidly becoming preferred targets for cybercriminals

Let’s review another aspect of the Security Rule: . Identify and protect against anticipated threats to the security, integrity, and impermissible uses or disclosures of the information Healthcare facilities are rapidly becoming preferred targets for cybercriminals. These are called ransomware attacks and the entire EHR may be held hostage until a ransom is paid. Imagine trying to run any healthcare facility in this day and age without the EHR! Spyware can also be placed and secretly steal PHI for months without being discovered. Review the Guide to Privacy and Security of Health Information Keeping the PHI safe is a team effort. Small healthcare organizations will likely outsource the EHR itself. There are companies who monitor firewalls, update security fixes, monitor the cloud, as well as back-up the systems. These companies may also complete the required audits. Larger organizations will usually have their own internal department to perform these tasks. And yet, for all of this IT firepower, one of the most important lines of defense are the point-of-care employees. You. It is the constant interface with the computer containing the EHR that can breed complacency (lax, not being cautious} about the responsibilities personnel have in keeping the system safe. Complete this phishinggfl and see if you know how to keep your PHI safe. Analyfi your role in protecting the EHR from cybercriminals. Include each of the following polnts in your disc usslon.’ . Summarize how you did on the phishing quiz and whatyou learned . List all the ways you will keep the EHR safe . Discuss what you need to do to increase your skills in protecting the EHR