Protecting Healthcare Employee Privacy Act

Hozzl · 2024-12-19T09:05:39Z

Explore the details of House Bill 7216 Protecting Healthcare Employee Privacy Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Health. Stay informed on legislative developments.

12/19/2024, 9:05 AM

Summary of Bill HR 7216

Bill 118 hr 7216, also known as the Protecting Healthcare Employee Privacy Act, was introduced in the US Congress with the aim of safeguarding the privacy of healthcare workers. The bill seeks to address concerns regarding the disclosure of personal information of healthcare employees, particularly in the context of public health emergencies.

The main provisions of the bill include prohibiting the release of personal information of healthcare workers without their consent, except in cases where it is necessary for public health or safety reasons. The bill also establishes penalties for individuals or entities that violate the privacy rights of healthcare employees.

Additionally, the bill requires healthcare facilities to implement policies and procedures to protect the privacy of their employees, including training on privacy laws and regulations. It also mandates the establishment of a process for healthcare workers to report violations of their privacy rights. Overall, the Protecting Healthcare Employee Privacy Act aims to ensure that healthcare workers have control over their personal information and are protected from unauthorized disclosure. The bill has received bipartisan support in Congress and is currently under consideration in committee for further review and potential amendments before being voted on.

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Current Status of Bill HR 7216

Bill HR 7216 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 1, 2024. Bill HR 7216 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on February 1, 2024. Bill HR 7216's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. as of December 17, 2024

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 7216

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Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 7216

Protecting Healthcare Employee Privacy ActProtecting Healthcare Employee Privacy ActTo direct the Secretary of Health and Human Services to revise regulations to remove the requirement under the Medicare program that an ambulatory surgical center shall report the COVID-19 vaccination status of health care personnel.

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