A patient asks a clinic to rectify a diagnosis code that the clinician disputes as inaccurate. While accuracy is being resolved, what GDPR tool is especially relevant?
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Short Explanation
When the facts are in a tug-of-war, freeze the contested field so it is not waved around as gospel. Restriction parks the disputed code while you sort out what is true. Then fix it—or keep a clear note—once the accuracy fight is settled.
Full Explanation
Articles 16 and 18 interact when accuracy is contested: data subjects may seek rectification of inaccurate personal data, and may obtain restriction of processing for a period enabling the controller to verify accuracy. Controllers should limit use of the disputed data appropriately during verification rather than continuing as if the contested entry were settled fact.