Medical Privacy
/ˈmɛdɪkəl ˈprɪvəsi/
Definitions
- (n.) The legal right and obligation to protect personal health information from unauthorized access or disclosure.
Hospitals must comply with regulations ensuring medical privacy to protect patient data.
- (n.) The set of laws, policies, and regulations governing the confidentiality of patient medical records and information.
The HIPAA Act establishes standards for medical privacy in the United States.
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Commentary
Medical privacy is often governed by specific statutory frameworks like HIPAA in the U.S., emphasizing both the right to privacy and the regulatory measures to enforce it.
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