Your organization operates in the healthcare industry in the United States, and is planning to deploy a new patient management system. Which of the following is the MOST APPLICABLE approach to ensure compliance with industry-specific security requirements?
Follow the SOX requirements for security compliance
Adhere strictly to the GDPR for all data processing activities
Implement security controls in accordance with HIPAA regulations
Use the NIST cybersecurity framework as a guideline
HIPAA is the correct answer because it is a specific regulatory requirement in the healthcare industry in the United States that provides guidelines on protecting the privacy and security of health information. GDPR is focused on data protection for EU citizens, although it can apply to organizations outside the EU that handle such data, it is not specific to the healthcare industry. Sarbanes-Oxley Act relates to financial reporting and is not healthcare-specific. The NIST framework provides excellent guidance on cybersecurity practices but is not a healthcare industry-specific regulation.
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