Purpose
The purpose of this assignment is to develop your ability to assess privacy and security risks in EHR systems and propose practical safeguards to protect patient information and maintain data integrity.
Assignment Description
Write a scholarly paper of 3–4 pages (excluding title page and reference page) that addresses the following required sections:
1. Introduction
Explain the importance of privacy, security, and data integrity in Electronic Health Record systems.2. Regulatory Overview
Summarize the key requirements of the HIPAA Privacy Rule and HIPAA Security Rule as they apply to EHRs.3. Risk Assessment Identify and describe three significant risks or vulnerabilities in EHR environments (e.g., unauthorized access, ransomware, data breaches, or integrity issues).
Analyze the potential impact of each risk on patients, healthcare organizations, and compliance.
4. Mitigation Strategies
For each risk identified above, propose one specific, evidence-based safeguard (administrative, physical, or technical) that organizations can implement to reduce the risk.5. Conclusion
Summarize the role of HIM professionals in ensuring EHR privacy, security, and data integrity, and discuss why these elements are critical for patient trust and organizational success.Assignment Requirements Length: 3–4 pages (body of the paper)
Format: APA 7th edition (title page, level 1 headings, in-text citations, reference page)
Minimum of 4 scholarly references (course textbook + 3 additional credible sources from HHS, HIMSS, or peer-reviewed journals)
Scholarly writing: Clear, professional tone with proper grammar and mechanics.
Grading Rubric Highlights Comprehensive overview of HIPAA Privacy and Security Rules (20%)
Thorough risk identification and impact analysis (30%)
Strong, practical mitigation strategies (30%)
APA formatting, references, and writing quality (20%)