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The reality is that insider privacy breaches are going to happen. But if they’re managed quickly, delicately, and in cooperation with other stakeholders, the damage can be limited, according to our panelists. “It is possible if you can be proactive and establish relationships.”
The key to improving third-party risk management is in building and maintaining strong relationships – both with present and past vendors, said our panelists, who offered advice on how to better monitor data after a relationship has ended.
“At the end of the day, we’re here to support the organization’s objectives. That’s one of the things people don’t realize.” And it’s just one of many, according to a group of CISOs, who share insights on what leaders should and shouldn’t do to excel in the role.
Having a solution that can intelligently monitor access to patient records, combined with continuous education and awareness, can help healthcare organizations secure patient data – and more importantly, gain their trust, according to James Brady and Krista Fink of Fairview Health Services.
A key element in understanding the sanctions risks associated with ransomware payments is in understanding the threat actors and how they operate, says Mitch Parker, CISO at Indiana University Health.
The impending data blocking requirements mark a key milestone in the journey toward interoperability, but there are still significant hurdles that need to be dealt with, said our panelists during a recent webinar.
When it comes to CMS’ latest regulation on Information Blocking, which requires that all OpenNotes are released to patients, do the risks outweigh the potential for unintended consequences? CT Lin, MD, CMIO at UCHealth, isn’t so sure.
Although telehealth usage has significantly increased during the Covid-19 pandemic, little is known about its impact on patient care, according to Liz Johnson. In this interview, she talks about how CHIME is working to change that – and making a case for more flexibility.
The “definitive focus on patient record sharing” we’re seeing across the industry is certainly encouraging, but there are fundamental issues that must be addressed before we’re truly able to move forward with interoperability, says Chuck Christian.
The progress that has been made in leveraging digital tools to improve consumer experience has been nothing short of amazing. But a major hurdle still exists, and it’s one that needs to be addressed quickly, says Dr. Joseph Kvedar.
