Author: Amatayakul, Margret

Source: Journal of AHIMA

Publication Date: June 2003

There were no big surprises in the final security rule. As promised, it has been reconciled with the privacy rule and most redundancies were removed. The security rule addresses only electronic protected health information (ePHI), though we must not forget the privacy rule’s “mini-se....

Author: Ruano, Michael

Source: In Confidence (newsletter)

Publication Date: April 02, 2003

Part two in a 10-part series.


This article is the second of a 10-part series that introduces the domains of information security and relates them to federal HIPAA regulations. This second domain of access control systems covers topics that describe the reasoning, risk anal....

Author: AHIMA Professional Practice Team

Source: AHIMA Q and A

Publication Date: April 02, 2003

Q: An attorney recently told our facility that we need to retain records for at least 10 years to comply with the False Claims Act (FCA). Our state law only requires seven years. Which takes precedence?

A: The FCA (31 USC§3729–3733) applies to actions, jurisdiction, and procedu....

Author: Kahn, Randolph A.

Source: Journal of AHIMA

Publication Date: April 2003

After all the planning and implementation, how can you ensure your electronic records hold up in court? Here’s an overview of the many ramifications of electronic records. Learn how to protect your facility while preserving record integrity.
“Doctors Advised on E-Mail Visits....

Author: Harford, Joseph P.

Source: Journal of AHIMA

Publication Date: March 2003

None of these methods of disposal address healthcare organizations’ environmental or legal responsibilities. But how do you know if your organization is legally positioned to handle disposal of computer equipment? This article will address these concerns.

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Author: Graham, Gail; Nugent, Linda; Strouse, Kathleen

Source: Journal of AHIMA

Publication Date: March 2003

How does the nation's largest integrated healthcare system manage health information? Here, learn how HIM professionals helped the Veterans Health Administration take advantage of EHR technology to improve care.
Think of a healthcare system with 163 medical centers, more than 850 ambulato....

Author: Bowen, Rita K.

Source: In Confidence (newsletter)

Publication Date: February 02, 2003

As we continue to journey toward HIPAA readiness, a necessary step is identifying designated record sets (DRSs). DRSs are created to respond to patient requests concerning information used in making patient decisions. The definition of a DRS is any group of records (any item, collection, or g....

Author: Batterman, Christopher T.

Source: In Confidence (newsletter)

Publication Date: January 02, 2003

Few laws have created a bigger stir in the healthcare industry than HIPAA. While originally intended to simplify electronic transactions, HIPAA has broader implications. The need to ensure the privacy of medical information is a responsibility that touches most areas of the healthcare industr....

Author: Hughes, Gwen

Source: AHIMA practice brief

Publication Date: November 2002

This practice brief has been updated. See the latest version here. This version is made available for historical purposes only.

Author: AHIMA

Source: AHIMA sample form

Publication Date: November 02, 2002

This sample form is provided for discussion purposes only. It is not intended for use without advice of legal counsel.