Should health insurance companies be able to collect data

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Problem

Competency

Leveraging Informatics in the Health Sector

Reflection

Telematic devices (e.g., safe driving devices) are used by insurance companies to collect billions of miles worth of driving data from policyholders. Consider the impact that similar devices can have in health care.

Reflect on the following in a minimum of 500 words:

1) Should health insurance companies be able to collect health data on policyholders through wearable tech to inform the costs of insuring individuals? Consider the question from legal and ethical standpoints. Defend your answer by citing 2 to 3 reputable sources on the topic.

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