Securing Patient Data: A Practical Guide to Compliance in Open-Source Healthcare CMS

The following is a guest article by Jon Stewart, Co-Founder and President at ZenSource Historically, the terms “patient data,” “open-source,” and “healthcare CMS” might have seemed incongruous. Open-source has often been perceived as the Wild West. But times have changed, and open-source platforms are now making significant strides, particularly in highly regulated industries. The modern world of the open web combined with a secure cloud, smarter planning, and robust support can enable healthcare organizations to enjoy the benefits of proprietary systems with the cost and flexibility of open-source platforms. Safeguarding patient data is non-negotiable in today’s digital age where privacy breaches can have far-reaching consequences on individuals and healthcare organizations alike. Below are 4 tips to enhance patient data security when utilizing open-source in a modern healthcare CMS platform. Start with a Secure Foundation & Build a Robust Cloud Infrastructure for Your CMS One common misconception from legacy healthcare IT is that in-house hosting is inherently more secure and offers a superior performance due to its dedicated organizational management. However, the reality is that a reputable hosting provider, armed with robust security measures like firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and regular security audits, can offer enhanced security when implemented correctly. Moreover, most open-source CMS platforms can run on Linux, ensuring c...
Source: EMR and HIPAA - Category: Information Technology Authors: Tags: Analytics/Big Data Health IT Company Healthcare IT Security and Privacy Cloud Infrastructure CMS Cybersecurity Cybersecurity Training Healthcare CMS Jon Stewart Open Source Healthcare patient data Security Audit ZenSource Source Type: blogs