Abstract

This paper introduces advanced risk assessment techniques that extend on theory, frameworks, and models, and presents risk assessments in healthcare. A case study regarding risk assessment in healthcare at Emerald Healthcare System is also presented.  The case study includes risk assessment and compliance, data security, regulatory compliance, clinical care, and patient safety, risk assessment techniques or tools, and performing risk assessment in the healthcare system. Patient safety is the priority for all risk assessments in healthcare systems. Patient data and privacy are a major concern. A rigorous examination for compliance with healthcare data protection requirements should be a significant portion of the risk assessment. Training employees about cyber risks and having them be concerned about malicious actors is also a critical need for healthcare systems. When employees have buy-in, there is a much easier way to watch for malicious cybercriminals.

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