HIPAA & HITECH for Pharmacy Professionals: Privacy at the Counter and Beyond
40 min
6 sections
16 quiz questions
An introduction to HIPAA and HITECH regulations tailored specifically for pharmacists and pharmacy staff. Learn how federal privacy and security rules apply to the unique pharmacy environment—from open-counter consultations and drive-through windows to e-prescribing systems and prescription pickups. This course covers your obligations to protect patient information in every interaction, whether face-to-face, over the phone, or through electronic systems.
Course Content
1
Introduction to HIPAA & HITECH: Why This Matters in Pharmacy
7 min
2
Understanding PHI in the Pharmacy Setting
7 min
3
The Privacy Rule in Pharmacy Practice
8 min
4
The Open Counter Challenge: Verbal Disclosures and Physical Privacy
7 min
5
Security Rule and Electronic Systems
6 min
6
Breach Prevention and Your Daily Responsibilities
5 min
What You'll Learn
Core HIPAA regulations and requirements
Protected Health Information (PHI) handling
Privacy and security best practices
Breach notification procedures
Real-world scenarios and applications
Compliance documentation requirements
Administrative SafeguardsTechnical SafeguardsAccess ControlsEmail SecurityFax MachinesePHI (Electronic)Paper RecordsVerbal DisclosuresMinimum NecessaryDe-identificationLimited Data SetsDesignated Record SetPHI Disposal / DestructionRight to AccessRight to Confidential CommunicationsFront Desk / Check-InPhone ConversationsFamily & VisitorsWaiting RoomParking Lot / Public AreasShared Workstations