Medixync Policy on Patient Privacy and Legal Compliance
Our Pledge: Safeguarding Patient Data by Upholding the Law
At Medixync, we recognize that the trust of your patients is built on a foundation of confidentiality. The privacy of their health information is not just a best practice; it is a legal requirement. We are committed to ensuring that our system and our practices are in strict compliance with the Data Privacy Act of 2012 (Republic Act No. 10173), which is the cornerstone of data protection in the Philippines.
This policy assures you that every aspect of the Medixync platform is engineered to support your legal duty to protect your patients’ privacy.
How We Ensure Compliance with the Data Privacy Act
We have built Medixync to be a legally sound and secure platform, focusing on the core principles of the law.
- Transparency and Consent: Our system is designed to facilitate your legal obligation to inform patients about how their data is collected and processed. Medixync helps you obtain and document clear and informed consent, which is a key requirement of the Data Privacy Act.
- Legitimate Purpose: We guarantee that all data processing within Medixync is done solely for legitimate healthcare purposes. This includes activities like patient care, diagnosis, treatment, and billing, which are all lawful bases for processing sensitive personal information under the DPA.
- Proportionality: Our platform is configured to prevent the collection of excessive patient data. We only store the information that is necessary and relevant to the healthcare services you provide.
Empowering You to Uphold Your Patients' Rights
The Data Privacy Act grants patients specific rights over their personal information. Medixync provides you with the tools to honor these rights seamlessly:
- Right to Access: Through our system, you can print out easily and provide patients with a copy of their own health records, fulfilling their legal right to access their information.
- Right to Rectification: Our robust system features enable you to correct any inaccurate or outdated information in a patient’s record quickly and efficiently, ensuring the integrity of their data.
- Data Security: We implement comprehensive security measures as mandated by law. This includes strong encryption for all patient data, strict access controls to ensure only authorized personnel can view records, and detailed audit trails that log every data access and modification.
By using Medixync, you are partnering with a technology provider that not only understands the legal landscape but is also your ally in upholding your professional and legal obligations to protect your patients’ privacy.