About Us

Operating in Honolulu, and Oahu, e-Waste Hawaii is deeply aware of the persistent threat of identity theft, particularly within the context of the rapidly expanding digital landscape. The digital age has brought unprecedented connectivity, but unfortunately, it has also amplified the risk of ID theft, with medical identity theft emerging as a prominent concern.

To combat these issues and safeguard sensitive patient information, we adhere to the stringent regulations of HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) Privacy Rule. HIPAA lays down comprehensive guidelines to protect individuals’ privacy, especially when it comes to the digital handling of patient data by healthcare providers. As the healthcare industry increasingly transitions to digital storage and access, it becomes imperative to secure patients’ identities, rights, and confidential information.

Healthcare entities are explicitly prohibited from disposing of protected health information (PHI) in public-accessible dumpsters or containers. While HIPAA does not prescribe a specific disposal method, it mandates that healthcare institutions assess their unique circumstances to determine a reasonable approach for safeguarding PHI during disposal. Information such as names, social security numbers, driver’s license numbers, credit card data, diagnoses, treatment records, and other sensitive details demand the utmost data destruction security to mitigate the risk of identity theft.

In our commitment to maintaining PHI’s integrity and ensuring its complete protection, e-Waste Hawaii strictly adheres to HIPAA-compliant computer recycling and data destruction processes. Our measures significantly reduce the risk of medical identity theft, providing peace of mind to healthcare organizations and patients alike.

Within the healthcare industry, computers, tablets, servers, and similar electronic devices often become obsolete or malfunction. Just as consumers are legally obligated to dispose of electronics responsibly, healthcare institutions bear a double responsibility: not only to protect the public but also to safeguard their healthcare records during electronic disposal.

It’s crucial to recognize that computers, monitors, CRTs, LCD monitors/TVs contain hazardous materials like lead, mercury, and chlorinated plastics. Incorrect disposal of these outdated components transforms them into toxic e-waste, with far-reaching consequences. These hazardous materials can infiltrate the environment, leading to water and soil contamination, posing significant health risks.

At e-Waste Hawaii, we not only excel in recycling computers and electronics efficiently and eco-consciously but also provide irreversible data destruction. This means that personal data is not merely erased but obliterated beyond recovery. HIPAA mandates proper documentation, requiring all electronics and digital records leaving an organization to be inventoried and recorded to establish a sound chain-of-custody. We furnish you with a Certificate of Destruction along with a detailed serial number report, ensuring full compliance with HIPAA regulations and giving you a comprehensive record of our services.

Our offerings encompass:

● Comprehensive electronics recycling services
● Unrecoverable data destruction
● Thoroughly documented recycling processes
● Exceptional customer service
● Compliance with local, state, and federal data and recycling regulations