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Can I collect device information from participants in North Dakota? What are the requirements?

Collecting Device Information from Participants in North Dakota

Based on the provided context documents, there are no specific requirements mentioned for collecting device information from participants in North Dakota. However, any collection of information must be done in accordance with the North Dakota health information network policies and procedures [1.1][1.2][1.5].

The North Dakota health information network grants access to participants and authorized users with a legitimate business need for purposes of treatment, obtaining payment for treatment, health care operations, to comply with public health reporting requirements, and as required by law [1.1]. Participants must execute a participation agreement with the North Dakota health information network prior to being granted access, and access and use of the North Dakota health information network is nontransferable by the participant [1.1]. Participants shall identify all of its authorized users in accordance with the North Dakota health information network policies and procedures, and the North Dakota health information network shall establish a unique identifier for each authorized user [1.1]. Access to an individual’s protected health information shall be based on the authorized user’s job function and relationship to the individual according to policies and procedures established by the North Dakota health information network [1.1].

If an actual or suspected breach relates to the North Dakota health information network, participants shall notify the North Dakota health information network in the most expedient time possible and without unreasonable delay following discovery but no later than established policies of the North Dakota health information network and pursuant to 45 CFR 164, subpart D [1.1].

In summary, while there are no specific requirements mentioned for collecting device information from participants in North Dakota, any collection of information must be done in accordance with the North Dakota health information network policies and procedures, and any breach must be reported to the North Dakota health information network in a timely manner.

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North Dakota