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Ethical Implications of
Electronic Technology
Mary Alice Fisher, Ph.D.
3 CEs

  I. Does My Ethics Code Say Anything About This?
   

Using Electronic Equipment

     

Computers
FAX Machines
Cellphones
Blackberries & Other Communications Devices

   

Communicating With Clients Electronically

     

E-Mail, Texting, Tweeting, Facebook, etc.
Providing Clinical Services Electronically

   

Storing Client Data Electronically
Transmitting Client Data to Others Electronically

     

Submitting Third Party Reimbursement Claims
Disclosing Client Information & Records to Others

       
  II. Does My Profession Have Recommendations About This?
       
  III. Does My Electronic Technology Have Legal Implications?
   

Federal Law - HIPAA
Virginia Statutory Law & Regulations
       
  IV. What Technology Safeguards Do I Have In Place?
       
  V. Are My Clients Informed About the Risks?
       
  VI. What Training Do I Provide About This in My Setting?
   

Clinical Colleagues
Non-Clinical Staff - Clerical Staff, Receptionist, Cleaning Staff
Business Associates - Billing Service, Answering Service, Others Supervisees, Interns
Volunteers
Family or Friends With Access to My Electronics

       
  VII. Are My Safeguards and Training Adequate?

Educational Goals:
(a) Describe your ethical standards or professional recommendations about electronic technology.
(b)Explain the distinction between these ethical mandates and HIPAA's legal mandates.
(c) Describe types of risks with electronic technology and indicate appropriate safeguards.
(d) Describe your decision-making process about which technologies to use and which to avoid.
(e) Describe what you will say to clients about your own use of electronic technology.
(f) List the training necessary if client information is to be protected in your setting.

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