Health IT Security May 22, 2023
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) proposed amendments to the Health Breach Notification Rule, aiming to enhance patient privacy protection for the millions of patients utilizing digital health apps.
The rapid growth of digital healthcare apps in the United States has brought both advantages and concerns regarding privacy and efficacy.
In response, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has invited public comment on proposed changes to the Health Breach Notification Rule (HBNR), clarifying the rule’s coverage of health apps and other emerging technology.
As it stands, the Health Breach Notification Rule requires vendors of personal health records and other entities that are not already covered by HIPAA to notify individuals, the FTC, and in some cases the media of a breach of...
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