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HIPAA Security Rules require us to transmit patient information electronically in a secure manner.    Please follow these guidelines to ensure you don’t violate those rules: Provide only the minimum information necessary. Is it necessary to include the patient’s DOB, SSN, MRN, room nu…

So many of the lessons we learned in childhood still apply. Take good care of yourself and stay safety smart on the job and off. See the August safety poster: "Back-to-School Safety Tips." Remember: Safety is EVERYONE'S responsibility!…

Methodist Estabrook Cancer Center infusion nurse Abbey Lacy, RN, was recently honored with The DAISY Award after organizing a sky-high adventure for one of her patients, Ray Jolly, during one of his lowest weeks. Jolly may be his last name, but it’s also how Ray – who’s currently battling bloo…

The majority of HIPAA breaches occur due to accidental disclosures of protected health information (PHI) through mishandling of paper records. Recent examples at Methodist include: Wrong visit summary handed to patients at check-out. Patient roster stapled to a patient’s visit summary. L…

Know the difference between myths and reality. These four mistaken beliefs about social media can lead to HIPAA violations. MISTAKEN BELIEF #1: It’s okay if I don’t use a name. "It’s okay if I talk about a patient on Facebook or Twitter as long as I don’t use the patient’s name." REALITY:&nbs…

  Help us protect our patients, visitors and fellow employees who may have latex sensitivities or allergies. See the June safety poster: "Latex Safety." Remember: Safety is EVERYONE'S responsibility!…

The use of mobile devices to access electronic PHI (protected health information) raises several risks to health care providers, primarily in the areas of authentication, encryption and Wi-Fi connection.  Because of these risk areas, Methodist strictly forbids the use of mobile devices to e…

Do you know your signs? Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and labels have new pictograms. For your protection and that of our patients and visitors, read the labels and review the SDS. See the April safety poster, "Chemical Hazards: Know Your Signs." Remember: Safety is EVERYONE'S responsibility!…

Follow these essential safe handling tips for sharps safety. See February's safety poster, "Sharps Safety: Protect Yourself and Others from Needlestick Injuries." Remember: Safety is EVERYONE'S responsibility!…

Have fire safety on your mind, and keep an eye out for fire hazards. Be ready to respond and evacuate patients, visitors, customers and employees in a fire emergency. See January's safety poster, featuring Sparky, the Fire Dog: Remember Fire Safety. Remember: Safety is EVERYONE'S responsibility!…