Recent Articles

  • What is a HIPAA Business Associate Amendment?

    Published On: June 29th, 2020

    Companies enter into agreements with Google for use of various Google products, including G Suite, G Suite for Education, and G Suite for Government. These agreements [...]

  • HIPAA and Coronavirus Privacy: Retail, Restaurants, and Theme Parks 

    Published On: June 26th, 2020

    As the spread of the coronavirus seems to be slowing, many people are preparing to get back to life as usual. Consumers are anxiously awaiting the reopening of the [...]

  • Is Calendly HIPAA Compliant?

    Published On: June 25th, 2020

    Calendly is a tool that allows businesses to schedule appointments and meetings, integrating with many popular calendar applications. As a software application, under HIPAA, Calendly is considered a business [...]

  • Employer HIPAA Violations and COVID-19 Testing

    Published On: June 24th, 2020

    As more and more businesses reopen and make the transition back to the office, many employers are requiring COVID-19 testing. This has led many to ask, if testing [...]

  • Is RingCentral HIPAA Compliant?

    Published On: June 23rd, 2020

    RingCentral is a cloud-based service that offers phone, messaging, video, and fax solutions for businesses. The use of cloud-based applications for these services, allows customers to have access to [...]

  • Does Ezekiel Elliot Have a Valid HIPAA Violation Case?

    Published On: June 22nd, 2020

    Since the start of the coronavirus, there have been a lot of people claiming that their HIPAA rights have been violated. Most notable, Dallas Cowboy running [...]

Blog Categories

  • 42 CFR Part 2

    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

    Healthcare compliance is complex, especially when you have to meet multiple compliance standards. Learn how to navigate HIPAA, OSHA, and SOC 2 requirements.

  • Healthcare Data Breach Report

    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.

  • HIPAA Compliance

    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.

  • HIPAA News

    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.

  • HIPAA Violation 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.

  • MACRA MIPS

    To be eligible for reimbursement under the Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS), you must meet Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act (MACRA) standards.

  • OCR Enforcement

    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.

  • OIG Compliance

    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

    OSHA healthcare compliance ensures a safe and healthy environment for patients and staff. Find out how to meet various OSHA standards specific to healthcare.

  • Right of Access

    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.

  • SOC 2 Compliance

    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.