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.
Share COVID-19 vaccine updates with patients using HIPAA-compliant email
The faster people are informed, the faster they will get vaccinated, and the faster we can get back to normal.
Benefits of HIPAA-compliant emails
Lower your carbon footprint, increase cost savings, and more with a legally secure messaging system.
HIPAA Hot Topics: Enforcement actions and COVID disclosures in the work place
Two recent enforcement actions and answers to a common question of workplace privacy requirements in light of COVID-19.
A HIPAA Trifecta: OCR Audit Results, HHS Proposed Privacy Rule Changes & Indictments for Stealing PHI
As 2020 comes to a close, three items related to the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (“HIPAA”) and the Health Information Technology for Economic and Clinical Health Act of 2009 (“HITECH Act”) emerged.
Grow your healthcare business with an efficient email marketing strategy
Personalized email marketing is an effective, cost efficient strategy to improve patient outcomes, boost your brand, and grow your healthcare business.
HIPAA and Cybersecurity Round-Up: November 2020
Warnings from government agencies and experts, coupled with recent HHS-OCR settlements, place HIPAA and cybersecurity compliance at the top of one’s “to do” list.
Email archiving and HIPAA compliance
Make sure email is a part of your cybersecurity strategy.
HHS OCR Announces HIPAA Enforcement Actions & Data Regarding Hackers
More than 500 individuals affected; five new enforecement actions published.
Joint Cybersecurity Advisory issued; Internet of Things Cybersecurity Act updates
Two hot-topic developments in cybersecurity and government procurement.
Ensure HIPAA compliance with a remote workforce
Working from home can lead to casual conduct, posing compliance risks for your organization.
Technology Hot Topics: OCR updates, mobile health app resource, and vishing
Teleworking and telehealth have opened more doors for cybercriminals due to a lack of technical, administrative, and physical safeguards.
Improving patient care with rich data
How cellular technologies and remote patient monitoring are improving patient care.
Notable recent HIPAA and coding events
HIPAA settlement and new guidelines shed light on government enforcement policies.
Keeping your healthcare email marketing HIPAA compliant
Tips for keeping this valuable addition compliant with the law.
Covid-19 Legal Risks: Requiring masks at your practice
To avoid potential conflict, patients should be provided advance notice of your policy to avoid surprise and embarrassment.
Healthcare data sharing needs a major overhaul
The healthcare ecosystem exhibits a clear void in efficient data and file sharing technology
Class action lawsuits can result from a protected health information data breach
Two recent cases, one settled and one just filed, are illustrative of the effects of class actions, which are filed in relation to an underlying data breach involving PHI.
How email marketing can help collect delinquent medical payments
A fast and cost-efficient way to inform people about what they owe.
How practices can shift operations to manage virtual patient engagement
Telehealth platforms play a key role as physicians reconfigure office visits, adjust to new regulations, and seek to restore their practices.
Telegenetics helps independents thrive in a COVID-fueled environment
Embrace new tech and clinical services to remain independent while continuing to achieve clinical excellence and business stability.
Two final rules related to 21st Century Cures Act released during pandemic
Do not overlook these new additions.
HIPAA, telehealth, and managing billing staff working remotely
Expert advice to secure your practice.
HIPAA breaches in 2019: A year in review
Top breaches to avoid in 2020.
Personalized email marketing in healthcare
Drive results while avoiding HIPAA infractions
The intersection of HIPAA and the Illinois Biometric Information Privacy Act
Compliance with HIPAA and state laws has never been more important.
Tis the season for HIPAA settlements
As the year ends, this latest HIPAA settlements serve as a reminder of what should be included in 2020’s resolutions.
Thinking about posting PHI on social media? Think again
How your practice can learn from a recent case
Failure to provide patient records can result in a HIPAA fine
The law requires patients have access to their medical records in a timely fashion and at a nominal fee. Is your practice in a position to comply?
How to protect patient privacy
The delicacies of treating family members
Seeing patients and their relatives creates additional HIPAA considerations but ultimately improves patient care.