It takes compliance experts with a deep understanding of the law to assess risks relating to a business, to properly train personnel, and to help compose policies and procedures regarding HIPAA compliance. That’s why we’ve compiled six reasons to hire one.
Continue readingWhy Law Firms Need to Strive for HIPAA Compliance
Law firms large and small often have occasion to handle protected, electronic personal health information they receive from HIPAA covered health care providers or health plans.
Continue readingNo, Your Practice Hasn’t Been Overlooked by the OCR
The OCR has published its HIPAA Audits Industry Report for 2016-2017. Considering this report, it is more important now than ever to realize the impact that fines and punishments can have on non-compliant businesses.
Continue readingHow to Address the Top EHR Security Concerns
An overview of the top security concerns and what can be done to address them reveals that education and expertise are the two best ways of protecting the data in EHRs.
Continue readingMake Your Email HIPAA Compliant
Email poses special problems under HIPAA as it’s not inherently designed for security. Using it for health-related communication requires strict policies.
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