HIPAA: Who is Affected

HIPAA: Who is Affected

Health professionals in the United States are well aware of the need to stay compliant with HIPAA. The news regularly delivers reports of huge fines levied by OCR for failure to protect information properly. Not everyone, though, is fully aware of the scope of its requirements.

Mistakes, even innocent ones, can lead to serious consequences. A New Jersey psychologist was accused of violating patients' privacy because he sent unredacted bills to a collection agency. What would be a normal business practice for an automobile repair shop or a utility company may be strictly forbidden under HIPAA.

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Full, incremental, or differential: Three data backup types that help keep patient information safe

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Full, incremental, or differential: Three data backup types that help keep patient information safe

One glitch can easily wipe away years of patient records, accounting ledgers, financial accounts, inventory lists, and employee payroll information. It can also put a dental or medical practice out of HIPAA compliance quite swiftly, bringing with it a series of legal ramifications.

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HIPAA Breaches: What to Do in a HIPAA Breach?

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HIPAA Breaches: What to Do in a HIPAA Breach?

A HIPAA violation is a serious matter that you'll need to address carefully. In this guide, we'll help you understand exactly which steps you need to take in this situation and show you how to minimize the damage. Keep reading to learn what to do after a HIPAA breach notification.