In 2021, it will be 25 years since the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) was introduced. The legislation is in place to protect the intimate and personal information associated with the medical profession. In those 25 years since the legislation was first introduced, a lot has changed. Threats have evolved dramatically and as …

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Are you wondering whether or not a HIPAA risk assessment is mandatory? Well, the answer is yes.  So what is a HIPAA risk assessment? In premise, it’s not particular, as the Department of Health & Human Services recognizes that there is no standard for risk analysis. In this article, we will cover what HIPAA is, and …

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If you’re wondering about what is HIPAA certification, and whether or not you need it, you’re in the right place.  In premise, HIPAA certification is not a necessity, but it is definitely a great addition to your organization, on the basis of learning about HIPAA compliance. In this article, we will cover what is HIPAA …

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Some privacy policies require an advanced degree just to understand the agreement. Consumers can all but give away their rights their personal information by accepting policies without understanding what they’re signing up for. HIPAA regulations, however, don’t require patients to read between the lines.  Under the federal Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) law, …

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How do you know if, as a healthcare provider, your practice is HITECH compliant? What is the HITECH Act and how does this factor into HIPAA compliance? What happens if your practice is not compliant? Continue reading to learn everything you need to know about the HITECH Act of 2009. What Is the HITECH Act of 2009? …

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Fines, criminal charges, civil action lawsuits; these are just some of the negative outcomes of not following HIPAA laws. As a company or individual that is bound by HIPAA, you know how imperative it is to ensure all aspects are being upheld, but how do you make sure that all of your I’s are dotted …

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Are you confused about what’s required under the HIPAA risk analysis requirements? Don’t worry because you aren’t alone. After all, failing to perform or incompletely performing the risk analysis is the top reason for HIPAA violations.  Risk analyses are required for any healthcare organization that falls under HIPAA statutes. A proper risk analysis will assess …

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When it comes to medical information, security is key. However, with the increase of digital health, more medical data is being stored online and in “the cloud”. While electronic records make managing patient information easier, it also creates the opportunity for security breaches. Not only that, but even small errors can expose an individual’s private …

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