Virginia Regulatory Town Hall
Agency
Department of Medical Assistance Services
 
Board
Board of Medical Assistance Services
 
chapter
Standards Established and Methods Used to Assure High Quality Care [12 VAC 30 ‑ 60]
Action Electronic Visit Verification
Stage Proposed
Comment Period Ended on 3/21/2020
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2/17/20  2:49 pm
Commenter: Somebody who cares

Being monitored 24/7 :(
 

Invasion of Privacy

  • People are concerned about how information about their whereabouts is gathered and how it’s protected.
  • EVV is seen by some as essentially a government tracking system for Americans with disabilities and seniors.
  • Some devices include additional privacy concerns, such a camera, that could further intrude on a person’s privacy. Geotracking used to verify service locations is also seen as infringing on fundamental privacy rights and liberties of people with disabilities. Should a person be required to regularly document every move and location just because they use personal assistance services?
CommentID: 79129