2023 in Review: The Rise of Healthcare Data Privacy Regulations
This article written for HealthIT Answers delves into the impactful changes in healthcare data privacy regulations enacted in 2023, notably spotlighting the Washington My Health My Data Act (MHMDA). This legislation mandates explicit opt-in consent for gathering specific consumer health data and empowers consumers to litigate against companies for breaches. Key highlights encompass the necessity of a distinct “Consumer Health Privacy Policy” on company websites and the mandate for opt-in consent when sharing data with third parties.