Many people use their mobile devices for business purposes, but it is important to consider the security implications of doing so. This is especially the case with [...]
6.5 Million Patients Affected by 2021 May Healthcare Breaches
Published On: June 15th, 2021
Every month we release a summary of the previous month’s healthcare breaches, and determine the leading cause behind that month’s breaches. In May 2021, there were 60 breaches reported, [...]
On May 28, 2021, Sturdy Memorial Hospital announced that it was targeted by a ransomware attack that compromised the protected health information of 57,400 patients. More details regarding the [...]
4 Remote Working Security Tips: Protecting Patient Privacy in a Remote World
Published On: June 8th, 2021
Although many businesses have returned to regular operations, there is still a large portion of workers that continue to work remotely, or work on a hybrid schedule. It seems [...]
Improper Patient Data Access Reported in ZocDoc Programming Error, Again
Published On: June 4th, 2021
It was recently reported that the protected health information of 7,600 patients was exposed due to software programming errors. ZocDoc, a company that enables patients to self-schedule [...]
Since 2019, the Department of Health and Human Services’ (HHS) Office for Civil Rights (OCR) has brought a number of enforcement actions against healthcare providers for their failure to [...]
42 CFR Part 2 dictates rules for the confidentiality of substance abuse records. Find out when providers are permitted to share records and when they are not.
Healthcare compliance is complex, especially when you have to meet multiple compliance standards. Learn how to navigate HIPAA, OSHA, and SOC 2 requirements.
Each month, we review what caused healthcare data breaches and how they could have been prevented. Learn how to protect your business from breaches and fines.
Whether you’re a healthcare provider, health plan, or healthcare vendor, you must meet HIPAA standards. Learn what’s required for HIPAA compliance and how to implement a successful program.
Keep up to date on HIPAA news by checking in with us. We will provide you with information on changes to HIPAA law, healthcare breaches, HIPAA violations, and OCR fines.
Healthcare organizations that fail to meet HIPAA Privacy, Security, or Breach Notification Rules can face HIPAA violation fines. Find out who has been fined and how they could have prevented penalties.
To be eligible for reimbursement under the Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS), you must meet Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act (MACRA) standards.
The Office for Civil Rights (OCR) is the enforcing body of HIPAA. The OCR conducts investigations into potential HIPAA violations, issuing judgments that can result in settlements.
The Office of Inspector General (OIG) released guidance, referred to as the seven elements of compliance. Find out how to implement an effective compliance program.
OSHA healthcare compliance ensures a safe and healthy environment for patients and staff. Find out how to meet various OSHA standards specific to healthcare.
The HIPAA Right of Access standard requires healthcare providers to comply with patient record requests. This standard is the most cited in HIPAA settlements. Learn the rules.
The American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) created a cybersecurity framework called Service Organization Control Type 2 (SOC 2). Learn how about SOC 2 compliance.
