Florida Handbook: Electronic Communication and Documentation DOES THE PRIVACY RULE PERMIT ME TO COMMUNICATE WITH PATIENTS USING ELECTRONIC (EMAIL)? The HIPAA Privacy Rule allows covered entities to communicate electronically, provided they use reasonable safeguards when doing so. DOES THE PRIVACY RULE PERMIT ME TO USE UNENCRYPTED EMAIL? The Privacy Rule does not prohibit the use of unencrypted email; however, other safeguards should be used to protect privacy. Additionally, the patient must be advised of and accept the risks of using unencryp... Are you a Curi member? The full content of this resource is available only to Curi members. Contact us if you are a member but do not have an account yet, or to learn more about becoming a Curi member. Sign in to see full post News & Knowledge READ NEXT March 11, 2021February 24, 2023Compliance & Regulatory | Electronic Communication & Social Media | Medical Records | Patient Management 21st Century Cures Act: Frequently Asked Questions Read more November 19, 2019February 24, 2023Electronic Communication & Social Media | Medical Records | Patient Management Quick Start Guide: Electronic Communication and Documentation Electronic Communication and Documentation IS IT SAFE TO COMMUNICATE WITH PATIENTS BY EMAIL? Electronic communication has its advantages. Messages can be sent and received instantaneously. Email… Read more November 7, 2019February 24, 2023Compliance & Regulatory | Electronic Communication & Social Media | Health Policy | Medical Records | Patient Management Email: 10 Best Practices Read more