2.4.1 Use Case A
A walking app collects data based on how far someone walks, using GPS technology. A consumer can view a history of walks taken and summary statistics related to distance walked and estimated calories burned. App developer is not a HIPAA-covered (see reference below) entity (CE) such as a healthcare provider, nor is the app sponsored by a CE (such as a hospital or physician).
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Simple
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Medical Device App Categorization
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Wellness
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Data Device Categorization
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None
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PHI Data Storage
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Smartphone
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Data transmission by App
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None
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Importance of Data Integrity
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Low
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(USA) HIPAA covered?
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No
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