Several laws and regulations govern data privacy in gynecology, including:
- HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act): In the United States, HIPAA sets the standard for protecting sensitive patient data. It requires healthcare providers to implement measures to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and security of PHI.
- GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation): In the European Union, GDPR applies to all forms of personal data, including health information. It mandates strict data protection measures and grants individuals greater control over their personal data.
- HITECH Act (Health Information Technology for Economic and Clinical Health Act): This U.S. legislation enhances HIPAA by promoting the adoption of health information technology and improving privacy and security protections for electronic health records (EHRs).
