Issue Analysis - Security of the Electronic Medical Record Systems EHR System

Electronic Medical Record Systems EHR System's Security

In implementing the Electronic Medical Record Systems EHR System, one of the major issues of concern is security of the Electronic Medical Record Systems EHR System and patient's information. The following are main concerns regarding the security:

• Access to patient's information by unauthorized users
• Inappropriate access to patient record information by authorized users
• Inadequate data security protection on the Internet
• Inadequate standards for data security
• Limited data security functionality in vendor systems

The suitable levels of privacy, confidentiality and security for achieving the Electronic Medical Record Systems EHR System may vary depending on the institutional environment and the use of the information. A balance between confidentiality and convenience must be achieved. This subsection will exam the security issues related to users, network, security technology, and strategies.