User Authentication in Smartphones for Telehealth

Many functions previously conducted on desktop computers are now performed on smartphones. Smartphones provide convenience, portability, and connectivity. When smartphones are used in the conduct of telehealth, sensitive data is invariably accessed, rendering the devices in need of user authenticati...

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Published in:International journal of telerehabilitation 2017, Vol.9 (2), p.3-12
Main Authors: Smith, Katherine A, Zhou, Leming, Watzlaf, Valerie J M
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Health Insurance Portability & Accountability Act 1996-US
Smartphones
Telemedicine
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Summary:Many functions previously conducted on desktop computers are now performed on smartphones. Smartphones provide convenience, portability, and connectivity. When smartphones are used in the conduct of telehealth, sensitive data is invariably accessed, rendering the devices in need of user authentication to ensure data protection. User authentication of smartphones can help mitigate potential Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) breaches and keep sensitive patient information protected, while also facilitating the convenience of smartphones within everyday life and healthcare. This paper presents and examines several types of authentication methods available to smartphone users to help ensure security of sensitive data from attackers. The applications of these authentication methods in telehealth are discussed.
ISSN:1945-2020
1945-2020
DOI:10.5195/ijt.2017.6226