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“Patient Gossip” When Do Social Media Posts Violate HIPAA

The Gypsy Nurse

Adhering to HIPAA guidelines and rules is of the utmost importance to a healthcare professional. But at what point does “venting” or sharing become HIPAA violations? One of the most common social media HIPAA violations includes posting patient gossip. Remember, communication on social media is powerful.

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Did A Nurse Violate His Niece’s HIPAA Privacy Rights?

Nurse.com

In the complaint, the niece said the nurse had violated her Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) privacy rights and also acted unprofessionally. He believes HIPAA applies to him only when caring for patients in a nurse-patient relationship. It’s also established at the federal level by HIPAA itself.

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When Do Social Media Posts Go Too Far and Violate HIPAA?

Travel Nursing Central

But, at what point does “venting” or sharing become HIPAA violations? One of the most common social media HIPAA violations includes posting patient gossip. The HIPAA Privacy Rule prohibits the use of PHI on social media networks. That could put your assignment and license in jeopardy , but you could also face fines.

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HIPAA Training For Emergency Medical Services (EMS)

American Medical Compliance

Healthcare providers will learn about the Bloodborne Pathogen Standard, Hazard Communication Standard, work safety procedures, and considerations for intimacy amongst residents. Aspirants for the administrative position must take a state-approved course and pass a licensure exam to become licensed assisted living administrators.

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Nurses as Key Players in Telehealth

Daily Nurse

Additionally, licensing requirements were relaxed in many states, which helped enable nursing professionals to practice across state lines via telehealth, as were requirements that patients have an established relationship with a provider before they could receive telehealth services. The answer is yes and no.

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6 Reasons Nurses Get Fired: Social Media Mistakes, and More

Board Vitals - Nursing

They can include patient errors, HIPAA violations, causing undue risk for an employer, and social media mistakes. When a nurse is caught diverting drugs it can result in criminal prosecution, loss of license, loss of employment, jail time, home monitoring, detox, rehab and more. HIPAA is very, very, clear on that account.

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Are You Eligible for Coverage Under FTCA?

Relias

Clear communication with patients Health centers must provide information to their patients in a way that they can comprehend. Respondents in this study stated that credentialing is the foundation for risk management, as you can “only be as good as the providers you hire.” This includes providing translation services when necessary.