1. Lesson 3- Health Information Technology & Clients

2. Lesson 3- Health Information Technology & Clients
Objectives:
Define the personal health record or PHR and the benefits it provides
Describe 2 ways to create a PHR
Identify what clients can do with a PHR
Recognize client’s personal health information rights

3. PHR
A PHR is an electronic record of health and medical information, which can be maintained by the client.
PHRs contain a range of information including:
Allergies and adverse drug reactions
Family medical history
Laboratory test results
Hospitalizations and surgeries
Medications and dosing
Prescription records
Vaccination records

4. How are PHRs created? Method 1:
Finding a tool that is downloadable, web-based or an App on a Smart Device.
These tools can be free or low cost. In addition, information will have to be entered manually.
Method 2:
Using a tool offered by a healthcare provider or employer.
These tools are free and should come pre-loaded with some of the client’s medical information. Clients can add and missing information and ensure existing information is accurate.

5. Benefits of using a PHR include:
Benefits of PHR
Benefits of using a PHR include:
A client’s medical information is all stored in one place making it easily accessible
It can be incorporated with a client’s healthcare provider’s records, helping physicians make better treatment decisions

6. What can be done with a PHR?
What can a client do with their PHR?
Accuracy of Info:
Check to make sure all information is accurate and complete.
In the Know:
Keep track of and print important health information such as vaccinations and test results.
Availability:
Have medical history available in case of a change of doctors or visit to a specialist.
Medicine:
Keep track of all medications and dosages.

7. HIPAA Client Privacy Rights Client’s privacy rights include:
Access - clients have the right to access their personal health information.
Accuracy - clients have the right to correct or amend health information.
HIPAA
Disclosure - clients have the right to know who their personal health information has been shared with.
Notice - clients have the right to be notified of specific privacy practices of healthcare providers and facilities.
Complaint - clients have the right to file a complaint of Health Insurance Portability Act (HIPAA) violations.

8. Lesson 3- Health Information Technology & Clients
Summary:
Define the personal health record or PHR and the benefits it provides
Describe 2 ways to create a PHR
Identify what clients can do with a PHR
Recognize client’s personal health information rights
Have students share what they learned.