Search Results for keywords:"patient privacy"

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  • 2021-01323 — Agency Information Collection Request; 30-Day Public Comment Request
    Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 6657
    Reading Time:about 2 minutes

    The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is seeking public comments on a proposed information collection request related to the HHS Teletracking COVID-19 Portal. This portal collects data from approximately 5,500 hospitals to help manage the distribution of resources like protective equipment and medication during the COVID-19 pandemic. The collected data also aids in understanding outbreaks and determining the need for federal assistance. Comments must be submitted by February 22, 2021, through the specified online portal.

    Simple Explanation

    The Department of Health and Human Services wants to know what people think about their plan to gather information from hospitals to help fight COVID-19. They want hospitals to tell them about things like the number of patients and supplies they have, but some people might find it hard to understand what exactly they need to do or how long it will take.

  • 2020-27157 — Proposed Modifications to the HIPAA Privacy Rule To Support, and Remove Barriers to, Coordinated Care and Individual Engagement
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    Type:Proposed Rule
    Citation:86 FR 6446
    Reading Time:about 8 hours

    The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has proposed changes to the HIPAA Privacy Rule to improve care coordination and individual engagement. These changes aim to facilitate better communication among healthcare providers, payors, and individuals, reducing unnecessary barriers and maintaining patient privacy. The proposed modifications include new definitions for terms like "electronic health record" and adjustments to individual rights for accessing their health information. HHS seeks public comments on these proposals by March 22, 2021, to ensure that the regulations support the shift to value-based healthcare.

    Simple Explanation

    The government wants to make it easier for doctors and nurses to talk to each other and with patients while still keeping people's health information safe. They are asking people to share their thoughts about these new ideas to help improve healthcare.