Security
- DScribe holds an NHS Information Authority (N3) Code of Connection licence (valid for NHS N3) and complies with or exceeds all NHSIA security requirements.
- Data is encrypted point-to-point using minimum 128-bit SSL or 168-bit triple DES.
- DScribe has the following general security measures in place:
Telephone access
- Unique user identification.
- Customised IDs at the user's discretion.
- Logged and verified ID modifications.
Internet access
- Unique user names and passwords.
- Access privileges associated with user name.
- Virtual company membership associated with each user name.
Transmission of digital voice and data files
- Point-to-point basis using 128-bit SSL or 168 triple DES.
Data Protection
DScribe is registered with the Information Commissioner and complies with the Commissioner’s requirements for the handling of patient specific data, subject to Informed Patient Consent (details available upon request).
All DScribe staff are vetted and contractually bound to comply with data protection regulations.