Designed for: Private practice owners and clinicians using digital tools, websites, or apps for telehealth and client communication.
Use this tool to: Audit your digital systems, confirm encryption and BAAs, and apply HHS OCR 2024 tracking guidance to protect confidentiality online.
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About the Checklist
This digital workbook translates complex privacy laws into plain language for clinicians. It helps you assess risk across your website and telehealth systems, ensuring your technology meets HIPAA, HHS, and APA ethical standards for digital care. You’ll learn how to evaluate contact forms, telehealth platforms, and app integrations while avoiding common compliance pitfalls. Each section includes plain-language explanations, vendor questions, and example audit steps to guide real-world implementation. This tool is designed to reduce anxiety around technology while strengthening your confidence in maintaining digital confidentiality. This checklist is for educational purposes only and does not replace professional legal, IT security, or risk management consultation. It is not eligible for CE credit and does not guarantee compliance with any specific regulatory body. Clinicians remain responsible for verifying HIPAA, state, and ethical requirements for their practice.