In this global age of information, suggest which threats are posed to the principles of confidentiality and privacy, related to offshore outsourcing of various information systems functions. Provide support for your rationale. Determine who should be held liable for any breaches that occur, and indicate the courses of actions that should be taken.
What are the advantages of transparency for both the hospital and the consumer? How might hospital cost transparency improve economic efficiency? Consider current (last 5 years) regulation and policy to compare hospitals based on their costs.