Administrative Safeguard Tips

Posted on April 9th, 2012 by Dexcomm

Laptop chain lockedStart by taking an inventory of all of the devices within your practice that are used to access and/or store EPHI. We recommend including what the device is intended for in regards to use/access to EPHI. Make sure to include the operating system the device is using. Remember your inventory will need regular updating depending on changes in employment and system updates. Tip: Set reminders in your calendar.

Review your practice’s policies to make sure they encompass mobile devices. Training and enforcement is, as always, the key to your practice’s success.