When it comes to HIPAA compliance, having policies and procedures in place is a must. Covered entities and business associates must implement policies and procedures to protect the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of protected health information (PHI) and comply with the HIPAA Privacy, Security, and Breach Notification Rules. But should an organization create custom policies …
Healthcare organizations, as well as most other industries are increasingly relying on third-party vendors to help them manage their data. However, with the rise of data breaches and cyber attacks, it is more important than ever to ensure that the businesses you work with are properly securing your data. This is especially true when it comes …
Vulnerability scans are an important aspect of a robust cybersecurity program. By regularly scanning for vulnerabilities, organizations can identify and address weaknesses in their systems and infrastructure before they can be exploited by cyber criminals. There are several key reasons why it is important to run vulnerability scans preparing for an audit or self-assessment. THat …
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Okay. So you got this phone call from one of your clients who had a data breach that was reported to OCR. They said expect a call from X company, they will be contacting you to schedule a hipaa audit. You’ve never been audited before and you have no idea what to expect or have …
What is a HIPAA Audit? First, you must know about HIPAA. In any modern digitized dictionary, if you search for “HIPAA”, you will get results. Although HIPAA is an acronym for the Health Information Portability and Accountability Act, it is also ingrained into our daily lives as a word. Whether you are a patient, doctor, support …
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In the context of HIPAA compliance, a covered entity refers to a healthcare provider, health plan, or healthcare clearinghouse that transmits electronic protected health information (ePHI) in connection with transactions for which the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has adopted standards. This includes health insurers, HMOs, employer-sponsored health plans, and government programs that …
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If you are like anyone else I have to bet you think of a hippo when you read the word HIPAA. I conclude that this image is fitting, especially if you are just learning about HIPAA. HIPAA stands for the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act, which was enacted by the U.S. Congress in 1996. …
