Secure Technology Infrastructure for Modern Acupuncture EHR
Our Electronic Health Record (EHR) system is built on a robust, industry-standard technology stack designed specifically for healthcare providers, with security and compliance at its core. Every component has been carefully selected and implemented to ensure HIPAA compliance and maintain the highest standards of patient data protection.
Technology Stack Overview
Backend Infrastructure
Our system leverages Django, a high-security web framework known for its "secure by default" architecture. This is complemented by:
Django REST Framework for secure API implementations
PostgreSQL, an enterprise-grade relational database with robust data encryption capabilities
Celery for secure background task processing
Scout APM and Sentry for comprehensive system monitoring and error tracking
Frontend Architecture
The client-side application is built using:
React, ensuring a secure and responsive user interface
Material UI for standardized, accessibility-compliant components
React Query for efficient and secure data fetching
FullCalendar for HIPAA-compliant scheduling functionality
Cloud Infrastructure
We utilize Amazon Web Services (AWS), a HIPAA-eligible cloud service provider, with the following secure services:
Amazon EC2 for scalable, protected compute resources
Amazon RDS for encrypted database management
Amazon ECS for containerized application deployment
Amazon S3 for secure document storage
CloudWatch for comprehensive security monitoring
Security and Compliance Measures
Data Protection
All data is encrypted at rest using AES-256 encryption
TLS 1.3 encryption for all data in transit
Regular automated backup procedures with encrypted storage
Multi-region data redundancy for disaster recovery
Access Control
Role-based access control (RBAC) implementation
Multi-factor authentication (MFA) requirement
Session management with automatic timeouts
Detailed audit logging of all system access
Regulatory Compliance
Our system adheres to multiple healthcare privacy and security regulations:
HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act)
Complete audit trail of all PHI access
Encrypted data storage and transmission
Business Associate Agreements with all service providers
Regular HIPAA compliance assessments
HITECH (Health Information Technology for Economic and Clinical Health Act)
Enhanced security breach notifications
Implementation of technical safeguards
Regular security updates and patches
State-specific regulations
Compliance with state-specific data protection laws
Adherence to state-level breach notification requirements
Risk Management
Cyber insurance policy for additional protection
Regular security assessments and penetration testing
Continuous monitoring and threat detection
Incident response plan with defined procedures
Security Best Practices
Regular security updates and patch management
Employee security training and awareness programs
Vendor security assessment procedures
Documented security policies and procedures
Monitoring and Incident Response
Our comprehensive monitoring setup includes:
Real-time alert systems through Scout APM and Sentry
AWS CloudWatch metrics and logs
Automated system health checks
24/7 security incident monitoring
Conclusion
Our technology stack combines modern, secure technologies with comprehensive compliance measures to ensure the highest level of protection for patient data. Through careful selection of technologies, implementation of security best practices, and adherence to regulatory requirements, we provide a secure and reliable EHR system for practitioners.