Recent Articles

  • AI Cybersecurity is the Future

    Published On: April 2nd, 2020

    Artificial Intelligence (AI) is increasingly utilized across a variety of industries as it streamlines and improves business processes. AI can also facilitate the quick detection of data breaches. Currently [...]

  • Unauthorized Access to Patient Medical Records

    Published On: April 1st, 2020

    Unauthorized access to patient medical records occurs when an individual who lacks authorization, permission, or other legal authority, accesses data, including protected health information (PHI), contained in patient medical [...]

  • Personalized Email Marketing for Healthcare Providers

    Published On: March 31st, 2020

    Any healthcare organization in the United States must abide by HIPAA regulations to protect patients’ protected health information (PHI). But in order to protect patient data, [...]

  • National Doctor’s Day

    Published On: March 30th, 2020

    In honor of National Doctor’s Day, Compliancy Group would like to recognize the incredible work that healthcare providers do every day. In today’s uncertain times, doctors are on the front [...]

  • Are eSignatures HIPAA Compliant?

    Published On: March 27th, 2020

    Many businesses opt to sign documents virtually (eSigning) for the sake of business convenience. Healthcare organizations may choose to do so when signing business associate agreements with [...]

  • Can Employees Refuse to Work Under Certain Conditions?

    Published On: March 26th, 2020

    Employees whose workplaces are covered by the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSH Act), which is administered by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), have [...]

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.