Rewards program tied to bulk billing triggers patient data concern A major medical chain is asking patients to choose between subsidised healthcare and privacy, a Choice investigation has alleged.
Health sector remains biggest reporter of data breaches A new RACGP resource is designed to help GPs and practice staff prepare for and respond to a cybersecurity incident.
HealthEngine ordered to pay $2.9m for ‘misleading conduct’ The penalty relates to sharing the personal information of more than 135,000 patients, publishing misleading patient reviews and ratings.
Guidelines for improving privacy practices in the health sector The OAIC has released a comprehensive new resource to provide advice for all health service providers covered by the Privacy Act 1988.
ACCC takes HealthEngine to Federal Court over misleading and deceptive conduct The online booking platform used by more than 1800 GP clinics has been accused of manipulating reviews and sharing patient data.
GPs urged to stay vigilant with patient data The recent ANU data breach has prompted reminders of the importance of protecting patient information.
Protecting your practice from a notifiable data breach The RACGP has again collaborated with the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner for Privacy Awareness Week.
MHR privacy to be further strengthened to prevent abuse of system Greg Hunt has announced legislative changes to the safety and privacy provisions of My Health Record.
Committee recommends better teen privacy for MHR following calls by RACGP The Senate committee investigating My Health Record has recommended greater privacy protection for teenagers aged between 14 and 17.
RACGP warns of parents’ ability to see teenagers’ data on My Health Record The RACGP has alerted the Government to growing concerns regarding parents’ access to teenagers’ sensitive health data on My Health Record.