Memorial Hermann safeguards health information using various tools such as firewalls, passwords and data encryption. We continually strive to improve these tools to meet or exceed industry standards. We also limit access to your health information to protect against its unauthorized use and disclosures. Except as otherwise provided herein, only Memorial Hermann workforce members, its business associates, and only those who need access as part of their job or to provide services to Memorial Hermann have access to your information. These safeguards help us meet both federal and state requirements to protect your health information.