APhA Policy Manual

Data Security in Pharmacy Practice

PHARMACY CRIME AND SECURITY RECORD SYSTEMS

APhA advocates that all organizations and healthcare providers adopt best practices in data security to ensure ongoing protection of patient data from loss, alteration, and all forms of cybercrime.
APhA recommends that organizations understand the flow of information, both internally and externally, to apply and maintain reasonable and appropriate administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect the privacy and identity of their patients.
APhA calls on organizations to provide ongoing employee education and training regarding patient data protection, best practices, and cybersecurity standards.