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Should Government Play a Bigger Role in Healthcare Cybersecurity?

Healthcare IT Today

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

In light of that, many have wondered whether the government has a role to play in healthcare cybersecurity. What role does the government have, if any, when it comes to healthcare cybersecurity? What role does the government have, if any, when it comes to healthcare cybersecurity? Here are his responses.

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Comparing HIPAA and NIST

Total HIPAA

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

In the ever-evolving landscape of data security and privacy, two key frameworks have emerged as significant players: HIPAA and NIST. HIPAA, particularly through its Security Rule, establishes standards for the protection of electronic protected health information (ePHI).

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What Does HIPAA Stand For?

HIPAA Journal

JANUARY 1, 2023

Many articles discussing what does HIPAA stand for fail to give a complete answer. Most state that HIPAA is an acronym of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 and that it led to the development of standards for the privacy of Protected Health Information.

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Rehmann Confirmed as HIPAA Compliant

HIPAA Journal

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

The Troy, MI-based fully integrated professional advisory and asset management firm, Rehmann, has recently been confirmed as being in full compliance with the federally mandated standards of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and the HITECH Act.

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What is HIPAA?

HIPAA Journal

FEBRUARY 23, 2022

What is HIPAA? HIPAA is an acronym for the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act. When the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act was passed by Congress in 1996, the establishment of federal standards for safeguarding PHI was not one of the primary objectives.

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Settlement Agreed with Florida Children’s Health Insurance Website Contractor to Resolve False Claims Act Allegations

HIPAA Journal

MARCH 15, 2023

The United States Department of Justice has agreed to settle alleged False Claims Act violations with Jelly Bean Communications Design LLC and manager Jeremy Spinks related to the failure to protect HIPAA-covered data. FHKC is a state-created entity that offers health and dental insurance to children in Florida between the ages of 5 and 18.

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How Long Does a HIPAA Violation Stay on Your Record?

Compliancy Group

OCTOBER 14, 2024

There’s no room for chance or error when it comes to the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). We discuss how long a HIPAA violation stays on one’s record, other consequences of HIPAA non-compliance, and how compliance software can help your organization prevent these costly mistakes.

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Language Barriers: Protecting Your Organization From A Hidden HIPAA Threat

Healthcare IT Today

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

The following is a guest article by Bill Young, Director of Healthcare & Life Sciences at SYSTRAN Keeping patient data confidential and secure remains a major healthcare challenge today, more than 25 years after the introduction of the 1996 Health Insurance Portability & Accountability Act or HIPAA.

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Up to 11 Million Health Records Compromised in Cyberattack on Government Contractor

HIPAA Journal

JULY 31, 2023

a government services contracting company, has announced in a Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) filing that hackers exploited a zero-day vulnerability in Progress Software’s MOVEit Transfer solution in May 2023 and accessed the protected health information (PHI) of between 8 and 11 million individuals.

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The Rise of Healthcare Governance, Risk, and Compliance

MedTrainer

JULY 31, 2024

Healthcare organizations of all sizes and types are increasingly adopting governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) frameworks to address the industry’s complex regulatory landscape and evolving challenges. Healthcare GRC programs are relatively new, having gained prominence over the past two decades.

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Clarifying the HIPAA Retention Requirements

HIPAA Journal

MARCH 31, 2023

The reason the HIPAA retention requirements needs clarifying is that the distinction between HIPAA medical records retention and HIPAA record retention can be confusing. Throughout the Administrative Simplification Regulations of HIPAA, there are several references to HIPAA data retention.

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Does HIPAA Apply to Employers?

HIPAA Journal

JANUARY 1, 2023

The question “Does HIPAA Apply to Employers” is one that has provoked many different responses due to the complicated nature of the HIPAA Privacy Rule. The HIPAA Privacy Rule is one of the most complicated pieces of legislation affecting the healthcare and health insurance industries.

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Ensuring HIPAA Compliance with a Checklist for Medical Offices

Compliancy Group

JULY 11, 2024

With advancements in technology, medical offices are increasingly relying on electronic data storage and communication systems, making it crucial to maintain strict compliance with HIPAA regulations. Policies and Procedures Developing comprehensive policies and procedures is essential for HIPAA compliance.

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NIST Urged to Make HIPAA Security Rule Implementation Guidance More Usable by Small Providers

HIPAA Journal

OCTOBER 5, 2022

Recently, NIST issued a draft update (SP 800-66r2) to its 2008 publication: An Introductory Resource Guide for Implementing the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) Security Rule, and sought feedback from industry stakeholders ahead of the publication of the final version of the guidance. Background.

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How Does HIPAA Compliance Affect Healthcare Facilities

MedTrainer

JANUARY 12, 2024

Healthcare facilities, from hospitals and clinics to insurance providers, are deeply affected by the regulations set forth by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). How does HIPAA compliance affect healthcare facilities? What is Healthcare Compliance?

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Government Requirements for Healthcare Facility Compliance

MedTrainer

JANUARY 30, 2024

What types of healthcare facilities are required by the government to have a compliance program? In this blog, we’ll outline what types of healthcare facilities are required by the government to have a compliance program and why compliance is crucial for both healthcare organizations and the agencies that support them.

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HIPAA: Healthcare’s Most Impactful Regulation

MedTrainer

JANUARY 26, 2024

At the top of the list is the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). HIPAA compliance is a fundamental aspect of healthcare operations in the United States, playing a pivotal role in safeguarding patient privacy and data security. What is HIPAA? Impacts every employee. Impacts technology used.

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Understanding the Common Agency Provision in HIPAA – aka “Basis for a Civil Money Penalty,” or 45 CFR § 160.402

Total HIPAA

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

In the extensive world of rules and regulations related to HIPAA, it’s crucial to have a clear grasp of specific rules for both legal and ethical reasons. ” This rule serves as a central reference point for organizations that are subject to the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).

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Office Puzzle Achieves HIPAA Compliance with Compliancy Group

HIPAA Journal

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

Office Puzzle has taken all necessary steps to prove its good faith effort to achieve compliance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). Office Puzzle is an innovative software company specializing in tailored solutions for behavior and mental health professionals.

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ICYMI: HIPAA and Social Media IRL

Healthcare Law Blog

FEBRUARY 8, 2023

ICYMI (“in case you missed it”), there is an uptick in enforcement and scrutiny IRL (“in real life”) related to communications through social media and other public platforms by entities subject to the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (“HIPAA”).

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HIPAA and Privacy Act Training: Ensuring Patient Confidentiality in Clinical Settings

Compliancy Group

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

To address this concern, HIPAA and the Privacy Act were established to protect individuals’ privacy rights. We will delve into the importance of HIPAA and Privacy Act training in clinical environments. By undergoing HIPAA training, clinicians understand how to maintain patient confidentiality while providing high-quality care.

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GAO: HHS Should Establish Mechanism for Obtaining Feedback on HIPAA Data Breach Reporting Process

HIPAA Journal

JUNE 28, 2022

The Government Accountability Office (GAO) has recommended that the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) establish a feedback mechanism to improve the effectiveness of its data breach reporting process. OCR is the main enforcer of compliance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).

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SendQuick Confirmed as HIPAA Compliant

HIPAA Journal

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

Compliancy Group has confirmed that the secure mobile messaging solution provider, SendQuick, has demonstrated compliance with the federally mandated standards of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), and has been awarded the HIPAA Seal of Compliance.

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The Most Common HIPAA Violations You Should Avoid

HIPAA Journal

JANUARY 2, 2023

The settlements pursued by the Department of Health and Human Services’ Office for Civil Rights (OCR) are for egregious violations of HIPAA Rules. Settlements are also pursued to highlight common HIPAA violations to raise awareness of the need to comply with specific aspects of HIPAA Rules.

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Proposal to Overhaul Privacy Law Governing Substance Use Disorder Treatment Records

Healthcare Law Blog

DECEMBER 2, 2022

Department of Health and Human Services (“HHS”) has announced proposed changes (the “Proposed Rule”) to 42 C.F.R. In addition, providers subject to HIPAA were also required to comply with Part 2 for SUD Records, which forced those providers to comply with often inconsistent standards for different types of health information.

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HIPAA and ERISA: Everything You Need to Know

Total HIPAA

FEBRUARY 21, 2022

If you’ve been taking concrete steps towards implementing and maintaining HIPAA compliance across your organization, you may have also come across some information about ERISA compliance. Do HIPAA and ERISA have overlapping guidelines? Here’s what you need to know about ERISA and HIPAA compliance.

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Cerebral Admits HIPAA Breach, Reports Leak of Data On 3.1 Million Users

Healthcare IT Today

MARCH 24, 2023

Cerebral’s investigation concluded that the data might be considered protected health information and that it had failed to make sure that these third parties met HIPAA requirements for protecting PHI. which it said shared sensitive healthcare data inappropriately.

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HIPAA Regulations and Cybersecurity Training for Dental Healthcare Personnel

American Medical Compliance

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

The HIPAA Regulations and Cybersecurity Training for Dental Healthcare Personnel course educates employees and management on how to be compliant with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). HIPAA is a federal law that protects patient security in multiple different ways.

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HIPAA Compliance Management: The Guardian of Patient Privacy

Compliancy Group

JULY 5, 2023

A HIPAA compliance manager serves as the guardian of patient information, overseeing all aspects of adherence to federal regulations within healthcare organizations. What Skills Does it Take to Be A Successful HIPAA Compliance Manager? Become HIPAA Compliant × Get HIPAA Compliant! Find Out More! Please Wait.

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My Office Apps Confirmed as HIPAA Compliant

HIPAA Journal

AUGUST 25, 2022

has demonstrated its good faith effort toward HIPAA compliance and was found to have taken all the necessary steps to comply with all appropriate provisions of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). The post My Office Apps Confirmed as HIPAA Compliant appeared first on HIPAA Journal.

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Navigating HIPAA Compliance in Tracking Technologies

Total HIPAA

JULY 30, 2024

HIPAA Compliance and Online Tracking Technologies The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Office of Civil Rights (OCR) published an updated memo on online tracking technology. These pages often contain or link to personal health information (PHI), making the security and privacy stakes exceptionally high.

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HIPAA Seal of Compliance Awarded to ScribeMedics LLC

HIPAA Journal

JUNE 7, 2022

Compliancy Group offers HIPAA -covered entities and business associates a proven methodology for ensuring compliance with all provisions of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act. The services provided by ScribeMedics require contact with PHI, so HIPAA compliance is mandatory.

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Koshland Pharm: Custom Compounding Pharmacy Confirmed as HIPAA Compliant

HIPAA Journal

JULY 29, 2022

Koshland Pharm: Custom Compounding Pharmacy has been confirmed as being fully compliant with the federally mandated standards of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). The post Koshland Pharm: Custom Compounding Pharmacy Confirmed as HIPAA Compliant appeared first on HIPAA Journal.

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Following the Trail of SOC 2 HIPAA Mapping

Compliancy Group

MARCH 28, 2023

According to the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Office for Civil Rights (OCR), in 2020, the requirements of HIPAA applied to at least 2.7 Achieving HIPAA compliance is enough for some covered entities and business associates, but others need to meet additional standards to meet the security needs of the marketplace.

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2021 HIPAA “Wall of Shame” Healthcare Data Breaches Up 7.5%

Compliancy Group

JANUARY 25, 2022

With at least six weeks before final numbers are in, the Department of Health and Human Services HIPAA Breach Reporting Tool website is reporting 713 major healthcare data breaches in 2021, an increase of more than 7.5 Protected health information (PHI) from more than 45.7 Protected health information (PHI) from more than 45.7

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Health Data Analytics Firm Reports 1.1-Million Record MSP Data Breach

HIPAA Journal

APRIL 29, 2024

Berry, Dunn, McNeil & Parker, LLC (BerryDunn) provides health data analytics services to healthcare providers, health insurers, and government regulatory and healthcare policy agencies and its clients provide BerryDunn with personal and health data to allow the firm to perform its contracted services.

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Pre-Pandemic HIPAA Compliant Telehealth Regulations Are Coming Back

MedTrainer

AUGUST 15, 2022

HIPAA has placed many restrictions on telehealth services. Telehealth Compliance and HIPAA: What You Need to Know. First, let’s take a brief look at HIPAA as a refresher. The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) exists to provide regulations and best practices for sharing sensitive healthcare data.

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What’s the Civil Penalty for Unknowingly Violating HIPAA?

Compliancy Group

JANUARY 24, 2022

When a covered entity or business associate makes the HIPAA Wall of Shame for a significant breach or violation, it often results in huge fines. In some cases, the breaches and resulting fines resulted from organizations knowingly violating HIPAA regulations and just hoping they wouldn’t get caught.

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To be Useful, Online HIPAA Services Must Be Complete

Compliancy Group

FEBRUARY 11, 2022

When healthcare providers and the vendors that serve them seek guidance about HIPAA Compliance, an internet search for “online HIPAA” is one place to start. . Online HIPAA Services – How We Got Here. The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) became law in 1996. Learn More! ×

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Part 4: AI and HIPAA Privacy Concerns

AIHC

AUGUST 3, 2023

Artificial Intelligence and the Health Insurance Portability & Accountability Act Written by: Joanne Byron , BS, LPN, CCA, CHA, CHCO, CHBS, CHCM, CIFHA, CMDP, COCAS, CORCM, OHCC, ICDCT-CM/PCS This is the fourth article in our Artificial Intelligence and compliance series. Click Here for additional articles on various HIPAA topics.

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HHS Proposes Rule to Improve 42 CFR Part 2 and HIPAA Care Coordination

Compliancy Group

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

In other words, the proposed rule allows provider sharing of records in a similar manner to which HIPAA permits such sharing. More information about 42 CFR Part 2 and HIPAA care coordination is provided below. 42 CFR Part 2 and HIPAA Care Coordination: What’s in the Proposed Rule? government department or agency.

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Senator Seeks Information on How to Improve Health Data Privacy

HIPAA Journal

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

These technologies have enabled better care and greater patient access to health information, but the health data collected, stored, and transmitted via these technologies largely falls outside the protection of HIPAA. Any new regulations or updates to HIPAA will need to be enforced, and that is also likely to create challenges.

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657 Healthcare Providers Affected by Ransomware Attack on Professional Finance Company

HIPAA Journal

JULY 4, 2022

According to the PFC website, the company is one of the nation’s leading debt recovery agencies, and its client list includes many healthcare providers, retailers, financial organizations, and government agencies. PFC said it is providing complimentary credit monitoring and identity theft protection services to affected individuals.

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Code of Conduct Refresher Training

American Medical Compliance

AUGUST 15, 2024

Codes of conduct serve as a foundational guide for healthcare personnel, outlining the ethical principles and professional responsibilities that govern their actions and decisions. HIPAA The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) marked a significant milestone in healthcare.

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Should Government Play a Bigger Role in Healthcare Cybersecurity?

Comparing HIPAA and NIST

Trending Sources

What Does HIPAA Stand For?

Rehmann Confirmed as HIPAA Compliant

What is HIPAA?

Settlement Agreed with Florida Children’s Health Insurance Website Contractor to Resolve False Claims Act Allegations

How Long Does a HIPAA Violation Stay on Your Record?

Language Barriers: Protecting Your Organization From A Hidden HIPAA Threat

Up to 11 Million Health Records Compromised in Cyberattack on Government Contractor

The Rise of Healthcare Governance, Risk, and Compliance

Clarifying the HIPAA Retention Requirements

Does HIPAA Apply to Employers?

Ensuring HIPAA Compliance with a Checklist for Medical Offices

NIST Urged to Make HIPAA Security Rule Implementation Guidance More Usable by Small Providers

How Does HIPAA Compliance Affect Healthcare Facilities

Government Requirements for Healthcare Facility Compliance

HIPAA: Healthcare’s Most Impactful Regulation

Understanding the Common Agency Provision in HIPAA – aka “Basis for a Civil Money Penalty,” or 45 CFR § 160.402

Office Puzzle Achieves HIPAA Compliance with Compliancy Group

ICYMI: HIPAA and Social Media IRL

HIPAA and Privacy Act Training: Ensuring Patient Confidentiality in Clinical Settings

GAO: HHS Should Establish Mechanism for Obtaining Feedback on HIPAA Data Breach Reporting Process

SendQuick Confirmed as HIPAA Compliant

The Most Common HIPAA Violations You Should Avoid

Proposal to Overhaul Privacy Law Governing Substance Use Disorder Treatment Records

HIPAA and ERISA: Everything You Need to Know

Cerebral Admits HIPAA Breach, Reports Leak of Data On 3.1 Million Users

HIPAA Regulations and Cybersecurity Training for Dental Healthcare Personnel

HIPAA Compliance Management: The Guardian of Patient Privacy

My Office Apps Confirmed as HIPAA Compliant

Navigating HIPAA Compliance in Tracking Technologies

HIPAA Seal of Compliance Awarded to ScribeMedics LLC

Koshland Pharm: Custom Compounding Pharmacy Confirmed as HIPAA Compliant

Following the Trail of SOC 2 HIPAA Mapping

2021 HIPAA “Wall of Shame” Healthcare Data Breaches Up 7.5%

Health Data Analytics Firm Reports 1.1-Million Record MSP Data Breach

Pre-Pandemic HIPAA Compliant Telehealth Regulations Are Coming Back

What’s the Civil Penalty for Unknowingly Violating HIPAA?

To be Useful, Online HIPAA Services Must Be Complete

Part 4: AI and HIPAA Privacy Concerns

HHS Proposes Rule to Improve 42 CFR Part 2 and HIPAA Care Coordination

Senator Seeks Information on How to Improve Health Data Privacy

657 Healthcare Providers Affected by Ransomware Attack on Professional Finance Company

Code of Conduct Refresher Training

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