When transmitting data to the cloud, physicians must follow HAPAA regulations; penalties for non-compliance vary depending on the level of negligence and can range from $100 to $150 per violation per...

When transmitting data to the cloud, physicians must follow HAPAA regulations; penalties for non-compliance vary depending on the level of negligence and can range from $100 to $150 per violation per record; record violations can also result in criminal charges and jail time. What precautions can be taken when using cloud computing to ensure that patient confidentiality is not violated?