Failure to Protect Resident Privacy and Confidentiality of Medical Records
Penalty
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Summary
The facility failed to ensure the privacy and confidentiality of residents' personal and medical records for 12 residents reviewed for residents' rights. During an observation, a CMA left a medication cart computer screen unlocked and exposed a resident's picture, making resident-identifiable information visible. The CMA acknowledged forgetting to lock the computer screen, which was recognized as a HIPAA violation. The Director of Nursing confirmed that staff are expected to lock computer screens to prevent exposure of resident information. Review of facility policy indicated residents have the right to privacy and confidentiality of their information.