August 9th 2024
Each practice should learn from the result of this HIPAA case.
June 20th 2024
Allowing employees to use their own devices at work could raise privacy concerns.
June 6th 2024
Don't let the summer fun get in the way of protecting patient privacy.
February 28th 2024
A rebuttal to a 2019 article on HIPAA.
February 16th 2024
Neglecting insider threats can be equally as costly as ransomware and other cyberattacks.
HIPAA-compliant, Antivirus-protected Computers Can Still Get Infected
Even following the HIPAA Security Rule, which requires protecting computer systems with anti-virus and anti-spam, computers can still get infected. Why is that?
Growing HIPAA Threat – Ignore Windows XP at Your Own Peril
Chances are good that you have some major ticking software time bombs lurking in your medical practice's computer environment, namely Windows XP and Server 2003.
HIPAA Tips and Advice for Your Medical Practice
Two experienced healthcare attorneys provide clarity, tips, and answer medical practice inquiries in this webinar on HIPAA.
When Choosing an EHR Vendor, Choose Carefully
Failing to fully examine an EHR vendor may have significant financial consequences for your medical practice. Here's a recent example.
The Hippocratic Oath and its Importance in the Delivery of Care
The physicians' oath not only predicts major federal statutes, but also reminds that a respectful team approach to healthcare is vital.
HIPAA Security Has Teeth, So Locate and Secure Your Healthcare Data
So you think using a certified EHR makes your organization HIPAA secure? Think again. Careless users and mobile devices represent your greatest risk.
What to Do When Your Medical Practice Data Is Breached
You've been breached - now what? Here's what to do in that first, all-important 24 hours.
Prepare Your Practice for Medicare's Expanded Fraud and Abuse Program
The best defense is a good offense. Arm yourself with knowledge on what new federal healthcare fraud and abuse measures mean for your practice.
Prepare Your Practice for Potentially High Data Breach Costs
Your practice may want to consider purchasing insurance to cover the costs of a potential HIPAA breach.
Texting Patients Securely at Your Medical Practice
How physicians can text patients and colleagues without landing in hot water with HIPAA regulators.
With HIPAA, State Requirements as Important as Federal Ones
When considering HIPAA, physicians should include state law claims for inappropriate access to medical records.
HIMSS13: Health IT Leaders Seek Interoperability Solutions
The main themes of this year's conference were the ongoing quest toward interoperability among EHRs and other systems, plus HIPAA security and mobility.
HIPAA Highlights: Assessing Risk via HIPAA and the HITECH Act
Physicians need to establish an effective Enterprise Risk Management plan when assessing risk in relation to HIPAA and the HITECH Act.
HIPAA Highlights: The Larger Compliance Picture
A look at the HIPAA Omnibus Rule may also provide physicians with some ways to examine other compliance issues and impact revenues as well.
Physicians, Experts Make the Case for Secure Data Exchange at HIMSS13
Sharing data can help streamline patient care. But many physicians are hesitant given the obstacles and potential consequences of losing this information in transit.
Mobile Security and Media Tablets: Device Speaks to Physician Concerns
While clinicians love their iPads, Dell is betting they’ll also love the Latitude 10 tablet’s higher-level mobile security features.
HIPAA Highlights: Business Associate Agreement Provisions
The new HIPAA Omnibus Rule includes heightened attention on business associate agreements. Here are some details your medical practice should know.
HIPAA Compliance Tips for Medical Practices
The government is now coming after small practices that violate HIPAA. Here are ten do's and don'ts to help you up your game.
Risk Management: Medical Records
Penalties for mismanaging medical records are steep. Make sure you understand your practice's legal obligations as medical records custodian.
Five Key Areas of the New HIPAA Rules for Physicians
California-based attorney Martha Ann (Marty) Knutson explains five key components of the recently updated HIPAA Omnibus Rule.
HIPAA’s De-Identification Guidance and Role of Expert Evaluations
It's a good time for medical practices to review their de-identification methods to avoid a potential HIPAA violation under recently released rules.
Electronic Age of Healthcare Holds Risks and Rewards
The feeling of innovation that comes from using an EHR can also be matched by the fear that a HIPAA violation is more likely to occur.
HIPAA Highlights: Additional Compliance with Military Contracts
If your medical practice has contracts or affiliations with the military, you need to be aware of additional privacy regulations.
Practices Must Comply with New Medical Record Transfer Rules
The HIPAA final rule, released Jan. 17, 2013, includes new guidance regarding the transfer of medical records.
HIPAA Highlights: Interpreting the New Rule Modifications
The latest clarifications and revisions to HIPAA require some careful reading by physicians. A little help from a professional might help too.
Want to Easily Violate HIPAA? Put Patient Data on a Laptop
Are you craving national attention? Just put patient data on a laptop, as that seems to be the early trend in 2013 to becoming a HIPAA headline.
Avoiding Obstruction of Justice in Healthcare Cases
Defense attorney Sarah Wirskye explains obstruction of justice in healthcare lawsuits and how to prevent it from occurring, even accidentally.
HIPAA Final Rule Necessitates Practice Document Changes
A look at some of the specific changes included in the HIPAA omnibus final rule that will impact your medical practice.
Your Medical Practice Photocopier Could Be a HIPAA Liability Time Bomb
Copiers, scanners, and faxes are essential to medical offices, but they also present hidden HIPAA dangers.
The False Claims Act: What It Is and Why Should Physicians Care
Here's a primer on The False Claims Act, why medical practices should know all about this federal statute, and how to avoid violations.