EHR vendors don’t have to draw a ‘line in the sand’ on reproductive data privacy

Proposed legislation in Maryland to protect reproductive health data could have nationwide implications, according to Nichole Sweeney, general counsel and chief privacy officer at CRISP. The proposals could impact regulations on data disclosure and make compliance more complex for healthcare organizations. Sweeney discusses the challenges of separating reproductive health data from other patient information and the need for new protocols and technology to ensure compliance. She also emphasizes the importance of involving patients in decision-making regarding their privacy rights and calls for increased education and awareness in the healthcare industry.