Email has become one of the primary methods used to communicate information between individuals and organizations. Although widely used today in the healthcare environment, the improper use of email could lead to an inappropriate disclosure of patient information and a possible violation of HIPAA.
This toolkit provides guidance for transmitting emails in a safe and secure manner.
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