Question 1 Identify
unique aspects of confidentiality for alcohol and drug abuse patient
records. Why is it so important that information in these records be
protected at a higher level of privacy?
Your response should be at least 200 words in length.
Question 2 Describe
the purpose of medical records and the importance of thorough and
accurate documentation of patient care. What does the expression "not
charted, not done" mean in health care? Explain the ownership of medical
records and the standards for retaining medical records. Who really
owns the medical record, and why?
Your response should be at least 200 words in length.
Question 3 Describe
the benefits of electronic medical records for patient care, naming at
least three specific advantages of electronic records over traditional
paper records.
Your response should be at least 200 words in length.
Question 4 Explain
the process of health information technology (HIT) implementation that
is currently taking place across the United States. Why is this
implementation taking place at this point in history?