CONFIDENTIALITY
The Michigan State University HealthTeam maintains records that contain health information pertaining to patients. Health information includes, but is not limited to, the patient’s demographic information (name, address, phone number, etc.) history, diagnoses, treatment, medications, and billing documentation. This health information is required by law to be protected.
Individuals (faculty, staff, residents, student employees, and volunteers) who have access to this protected health information must be aware of their responsibilities and agree to abide by the following MSU HealthTeam policies and procedures protecting the confidentiality of this information:
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I will maintain the confidentiality of protected health information.
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I acknowledge that during the course of my work I will have access to protected health information and I will view and use it only as necessary to perform my job.
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I will not disclose protected health information except in accordance with HealthTeam policies and procedures.
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I agree not to disclose my personal password(s) used for entry to MSU HealthTeam information systems.
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I agree not to enter any of the MSU HealthTeam information systems under any other account name and password other than my own or to allow another person entry under my account name and password.
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I acknowledge that my access to and use of protected health information may be monitored and that my access privileges are subject to periodic review and revision.
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I acknowledge that my improper access or my improper disclosure of protected health information may result in disciplinary action up to and including termination.
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I acknowledge that my obligations for confidentiality of protected health information under this agreement will continue after the termination of my employment.