In an era of electronic health records (EHR), patient-generated data has become a buzz phrase in healthcare. This data—often collected via medical devices such as pacemakers, glucose monitors, blood pressure monitors, ventilators, and a whole host of others—is a treasure trove of information that helps physicians render more effective and timely clinical care. However, cybersecurity is paramount—particularly when the device links directly to a provider’s EHR.
This article provides a brief overview of cybersecurity guidance from the FDA as well as three tips that physician practices can use now to ensure compliance and protect ePHI.
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