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University Hospital of Derby and Burton NHS Trust (UHDB) – Reprimand (United Kingdom, 2023)
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University Hospital of Derby and Burton NHS Trust failed to process outpatient appointments on time, causing delays of up to two years for some patients. This issue underscores the need for better data handling in healthcare settings.
What happened
UHDB did not have adequate processes for timely processing of special category data related to outpatient appointments.
Who was affected
Patients waiting for outpatient appointments who experienced significant delays.
What the authority found
The Information Commissioner's Office reprimanded UHDB for inadequate processes in handling sensitive patient data.
Why this matters
This reprimand stresses the importance of efficient data management in healthcare. Organizations must improve their processes to ensure timely patient care.
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UHDB failed to have adequate processes in place, especially when processing special category data, which resulted in referrals for out-patients’ appointments not being processed in a timely manner. In some cases, this led to delays of up to two years before medical treatment was arranged.
Outcome
Reprimand
A formal reprimand: the DPA found a violation and issued a formal censure.
Related Enforcement Actions (0)
No other enforcement actions found for University Hospital of Derby and Burton NHS Trust (UHDB) in UK
This is the only recorded action for this entity in this jurisdiction.
Details
Decision Date
30 October 2023
Authority
Information Commissioner's Office
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Cite as: Cookie Fines. University Hospital of Derby and Burton NHS Trust (UHDB) - United Kingdom (2023). Retrieved from cookiefines.eu
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