Health Records Privacy
The Health Records Privacy in California module presents the benefits and risks associated with electronic health records, explains how the information in health records can and can’t be used and disclosed, and informs patients about their rights and the steps they can take to better protect their privacy. The module includes a multilingual brochure, a backgrounder that explores the topic in greater detail, and a wallet card that can be referred to while visiting health care providers. A lesson plan, including case studies, and a companion PowerPoint presentation provide trainers with the tools to educate clients and community members.
Publications are available online, with most also available as a PDF download. Government agencies, nonprofits and other community-based organizations who wish to distribute our publications for educational purposes can use the PDF file to instantly produce a professional-looking brochure using an office printer.
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Health Records Privacy in California
This fact sheet provides an introduction to electronic health records and your health information privacy rights. To learn more, refer to the companion resource, Health Records Privacy in California: Answers to Frequently Asked Questions, which provides additional information in a Q&A format.
Health Records Privacy in California Q&A
The Health Records Privacy in California backgrounder, written in Q&A format, answers many questions about electronic health records and the health information privacy rights of California residents, from how patients can access their own health records to what steps they can take to better protect their personal information.
California Health Records Privacy Wallet Card
Carry the health records privacy wallet card with you to remind you of questions to ask your health care providers and steps you can take during your visit to help protect your privacy. One printed page yields four wallet cards—enough for you and three family members or friends.
Health Records Privacy in California - Seminar Lesson Plan and Class Activity
This 29-page packet, available only as a PDF, guides community educators through a three-hour presentation on electronic health records and patient privacy rights. The lesson plan includes a set of cases studies and a note-taking guide to be completed during class. It is designed to be used in conjunction with the companion PowerPoint presentation.
Health Records Privacy in California (Spanish)
Esta hoja informativa proporciona una introducción a los registros electrónicos de salud y sus derechos de privacidad médica. Para más información, consulte el recurso adicional en inglés, Health Records Privacy in California: Answers to Frequently Asked Questions, que proporciona información adicional en un formato de preguntas y respuestas.
Health Records Privacy in California (Vietnamese)
Tài liệu này giới thiệu về sự lưu trữ hồ sơ sức khỏe và quyền riêng tư của quý vị. Để biết thêm chi tiết, xin xem tài liệu đi kèm, Health Records Privacy in California: Answers to Frequently Asked Questions, bản cung cấp thêm các chi tiết qua khuôn khổ Câu Hỏi & Trả Lời (Q&A).