Can I register my national data opt out through my GP?
The national data opt-out cannot be set through GP systems. Anyone registered with the NHS who has an NHS number can register an opt-out online or via a contact centre, details of which are included in the patient materials.
What is Type 2 opt out?
A type 2 opt out prevented information being shared outside NHS Digital for purposes beyond the individual’s direct care.
Why is medical data private?
The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) is a federal law signed in 1996 to protect the security of personal health information. HIPAA prevents doctors, hospitals, and insurance companies from releasing your private health data without your permission.
Is the NHS selling my data?
NHS Digital will never sell your data. There are strict rules about how the NHS can use your data. It’s only shared securely and safely for planning, commissioning and research purposes. Your data will never be sold to marketing or insurance companies.
What is medConfidential?
medConfidential is an independent, non-partisan organisation working with patients and medics, service users and care professionals, and drawing advice from a network of experts in the fields of health informatics, computer security, law/ethics and privacy.
Can GPS sell your data?
You can opt out of your GP data being shared with NHS Digital or of NHS Digital sharing your data with third parties at any time. NHS Digital will never sell your data. There are strict rules about how the NHS can use your data. It’s only shared securely and safely for planning, commissioning and research purposes.
Who has to comply with national data opt out?
All organisations providing or coordinating publicly-funded health or care in England will need to comply with the opt-out, even if the organisation’s headquarters are outside England. This includes private, voluntary and independent organisations and adult social care.
Does the NHS sell my data?
Does the NHS sell patient data? NHS Digital, the central repository of NHS information, is not allowed to sell data for profit but operates on a cost recovery basis. It is allowed to charge for the cost of processing and delivering the service, but not for data itself.
Can a patient request to see their notes?
Yes. You have a legal right to see your own records. You do not have to explain why you want to see them.