Table 5.

Ethics of Research and Implementation in Health Systems Competency Domain

Domain Definition

To ensure that research and quality improvement performed in health care settings adheres to the highest ethical and regulatory standards.

Competencies

5.1: Demonstrate ability to apply ethical principles in the engagement of health systems including issues of business ethics and importance of publishing both positive and negative findings in the public domain.

5.2: Demonstrate knowledge of what activities constitute research as opposed to quality improvement activities and seek appropriate oversight for each.

5.3: Demonstrate knowledge of specific Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) requirements associated with varied data sources used in health systems research activities and seek appropriate approvals.

5.4: Demonstrate ability to identify and minimize potential conflict of interests in the design, conduct, and reporting of research conducted in health systems.

5.5: Demonstrate knowledge of ethical and legal considerations when engaging in multisystem studies for compliant collaboration and study conduct.