U.S. flag

An official website of the United States government


Woman sitting on floor, legs folded, with laptop in lap. Lock image on laptop screen.

Privacy and security for telehealth

Introduction to privacy and security for telehealth

Ensuring the privacy and security of patient health information is essential for patients to feel comfortable using telehealth.

Key considerations to protect data privacy and minimize security risks when delivering telehealth services include compliance with federal and state laws and establishing clear policies to protect data privacy. It is important to integrate these policies into your telehealth strategy and workflow. Additionally, educating patients about privacy and security risks will help them better protect their health information when receiving telehealth services.