RFID in Healthcare: Navigating Security & Privacy Regulations

The following is a guest article by Peter Bloch, Market Development Manager – Healthcare at Avery Dennison Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) technology is revolutionizing healthcare, by improving efficiency, patient safety, and supply chain management. RFID technology involves using tags and readers to wirelessly identify and track objects. It has various applications in healthcare, including tracking medical equipment and medicines, monitoring patient movements, and managing medication inventory. Its ability to provide real-time information and automate processes has increased its adoption in the healthcare industry. Valued at USD 3.95 billion in 2022, RFID in the global healthcare market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 17.85% from 2023 to 2030. As RFID expands rapidly, it can trigger security and privacy concerns. Addressing Security and Privacy Concerns with RFID Regarding security and privacy concerns, one primary consideration is the information stored on RFID tags. Typically, they can carry a unique identification code, manufacturing details, expiration dates, and lot numbers. These unique identification codes can serve important functions allowing item-level track and trace as well as authentication of the drug, enabling hospitals and patients to verify the provenance of the drug or medication. As a result, it can play a vital role in combatting counterfeit products with potentially dangerous side effects. However, copying or counterfeiting a unique identif...
Source: EMR and HIPAA - Category: Information Technology Authors: Tags: Healthcare IT Security and Privacy Avery Dennison Data Accuracy Drug Supply Chain Security Act DSCSA ePHI HIPAA Patient Privacy Peter Bloch Radio Frequency Identification RFID Source Type: blogs