HIPAA Compliance

How to Stay HIPAA Compliant when Using Telemedicine

HIPAA Compliant

Telehealth got a major boost when the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) expanded the number and types of interventions that can be provided remotely during the COVID-19 public health emergency. According to a HIT consultant report, many health systems report that

Ensuring HIPAA Compliance with Widespread Remote Work Adoption

HIPAA Compliance

In recent days, many organizations have switched to remote work due to the pandemic. In healthcare, too, many providers are working from home and also relying on telehealth to monitor patients from a distance. However, working remotely has brought on the challenge of HIPAA

Importance of a Comprehensive HIPAA Risk Analysis

Comprehensive HIPAA Risk Analysis

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office for Civil Rights (OCR) recently announced new enforcement actions and settlements for violations of Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) rules. These actions provide several key takeaways for healthcare providers, other covered entities, and

HIPAA Compliance – Emerging Trends and Updates

HIPAA Compliance - Emerging Trends and Updates

Healthcare data breaches expose demographic or financial information, putting patients at risk of fraud or identity theft. Third party vendors are a frequent cause of a patient data breach. That’s why it’s important for healthcare entities to choose a HIPAA-compliant medical transcription company for

What Should Physicians Know About HIPAA Compliance and Social Media?

Social Media Use by Physicians

Every physician knows about the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) to protect patient health information. Established in 1996, HIPAA sets national standards for the confidentiality, security, and transmissibility of personal health information. HIPAA violations can damage a practice’s reputation and also result in

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