HIPAA Journal

APRIL 26, 2024

The Society of Corporate Compliance and Ethics (SCCE) has recently accredited ComplianceJunction’s ‘HIPAA Training for Organizations’ training course. The CCB is an independent body that recognizes individuals with competence in the practice of compliance and ethics.

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AIHC

APRIL 10, 2024

Checklist for Individual & Small Group Practices Written by: Nancie Lee Cummins, CFE, CHA, CIFHA, OHCC, CHCM, CHCO, CORCM This article provides an overview of Health Information Technology for Economic and Clinical Health Act (HITECH) and basic checklist of policies and procedures for compliance of smaller health care organizations.

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American Medical Compliance

DECEMBER 27, 2023

In the ever-evolving landscape of healthcare, maintaining compliance with regulations is paramount. The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) has been a cornerstone in safeguarding patient information for nearly three decades. On the brighter side, compliance will make your business grow exponentially.

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MedTrainer

JANUARY 26, 2024

In the realm of healthcare, ensuring the privacy and security of patients’ sensitive medical information is of paramount importance. To safeguard this critical aspect of patient care, the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) was enacted in 1996. Who enforces HIPAA compliance in healthcare?

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HIPAA Journal

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

The Department of Health and Human Services’ Office for Civil Rights (OCR) has publicly released two reports that were submitted to Congress that provide insights into data breaches, HIPAA enforcement activity, and the state of HIPAA Privacy and Security Rule compliance for calendar year 2021.

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Compliancy Group

MARCH 20, 2024

In that case, it might turn to Managed Service Providers (MSPs) and Managed Security Service Providers (MSSPs) to address technology needs, and navigate the intricate requirements of HIPAA compliance. This involves evaluating the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of electronic protected health information (PHI).

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HIPAA Journal

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

Achieving compliance with the Rules of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) can be a challenge for healthcare organizations and their business associates. One of the biggest challenges for compliance professionals is interpreting the HIPAA Rules and applying those requirements to their organization.

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Total Medical ComplianceHIPAA

MAY 13, 2024

Recognizing the sensitivity of this area, recent modifications to the HIPAA Privacy Rule by both the Office for Civil Rights (OCR) and the U.S. Understanding the Modifications The HIPAA Privacy Rule for Reproductive Health Care regulates the handling of reproductive health data, prohibiting unauthorized disclosures for investigative purposes.

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Total HIPAA

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

As 2023 unfolds, the urgency for entities in the healthcare sector to initiate or reinforce their HIPAA compliance cannot be overstated. Prove Your Due Diligence The decision to postpone setting up comprehensive policies, procedures, and HIPAA training could be detrimental.

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HIPAA Journal

APRIL 13, 2023

The Nevada-based creative marketing agency, Estipona Group, has achieved compliance with the federally mandated standards of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and has demonstrated its commitment to protecting the privacy and security of its clients’ patient health information.

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Electronic Health Reporter

DECEMBER 7, 2020

The Healthcare Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) was adopted in 1996. It seeks to ensure the secure management of healthcare information and outlines guidelines that all healthcare organizations and employees must follow to manage […].

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Total Medical ComplianceHIPAA

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

Criminals continuously devise new methods to exploit personal information for financial gain. Vishing scams pose a significant threat to the security and privacy of personal health information (PHI), making it crucial for healthcare organizations to understand and mitigate these risks.

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HIPAA Journal

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

Office Puzzle has taken all necessary steps to prove its good faith effort to achieve compliance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). Through the use of Compliancy Group’s proprietary HIPAA solution, The Guard™. PHI is any individually identifiable healthcare-related information.

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Compliancy Group

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Data breaches and privacy concerns are becoming more prevalent, making HIPAA compliance crucial for healthcare organizations. HIPAA provides strict guidelines to protect patients’ sensitive information from unauthorized access or disclosure.

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MedTrainer

JANUARY 12, 2024

Healthcare facilities, from hospitals and clinics to insurance providers, are deeply affected by the regulations set forth by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). How does HIPAA compliance affect healthcare facilities? What is Healthcare Compliance?

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Total Medical ComplianceHIPAA

MARCH 14, 2024

Healthcare regulations are continuously changing making the role of a HIPAA Compliance Officer paramount. This individual serves as the guardian of patient data privacy and ensures that healthcare organizations adhere to the guidelines set forth by HIPAA. Continuously reviewing the compliance program’s effectiveness.

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American Medical Compliance

MARCH 15, 2024

Among the various areas of compliance, Fraud, Waste, and Abuse (FWA) compliance stands out as a critical pillar. Therefore, for healthcare providers to prevent these charges from happening, understanding FWA compliance is essential. In this comprehensive guide, we delve into FWA compliance in healthcare.

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American Medical Compliance

MARCH 11, 2024

It also ensures dental regulatory compliance, protecting both patients and practitioners. Understanding the Significance Dental recordkeeping includes the systematic documentation of a patient’s oral health history, examinations, diagnoses, treatments, and outcomes. This does not only facilitate comprehensive patient care.

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HIPAA Journal

DECEMBER 28, 2022

Discussing HIPAA compliance for hospitals in a single article is challenging. This means there is no one-size-fits-all guide to HIPAA compliance for hospitals, but rather checklists that can help hospitals cover the basics of the compliance requirements. What is Required to Comply with HIPAA?

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HIPAA Journal

MARCH 8, 2022

Many sources explaining why HIPAA compliance is important for healthcare professionals tend to focus on the purpose of HIPAA regulations rather than the benefits of compliance for healthcare professionals. Conversely, the failure to comply with HIPAA can have significant professional and personal consequences.

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Compliancy Group

DECEMBER 20, 2023

In today’s technologically advanced world, the protection of sensitive patient information is of utmost importance. Hospitals must adhere to the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) regulations to ensure patient confidentiality.

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Compliancy Group

JUNE 3, 2022

A recent poll of webinar attendees found that barely one-third may be HIPAA compliant, based upon responses to a single question. Conducting an annual Security Risk Analysis is one of the foundational requirements of HIPAA compliance. Look at the statistics of HIPAA violations and fines. Compliancy Group can help!

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HIPAA Journal

DECEMBER 26, 2022

Generally, HIPAA compliance for nurses is considered to mean adhering to policies and procedures developed by an organization’s HIPAA Privacy Officer and applying the best practices of security awareness training provided by an organization’s HIPAA Security Officer.

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Compliancy Group

JANUARY 5, 2024

At the end of 2022, Compliancy Group predicted that, with the COVID-19 crisis at last in the rear-view mirror, HHS would return to “normal” – would spend the bulk of its time and resources on traditional enforcement priorities. In 2023, OCR continued to enforce compliance with the HIPAA Privacy Rule right of access rule.

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Total HIPAA

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

In the ever-evolving landscape of data security and privacy, two key frameworks have emerged as significant players: HIPAA and NIST. Both emphasize the importance of safeguarding sensitive information, but they have key differences in their scope, mandate, and enforcement.

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Compliancy Group

FEBRUARY 9, 2023

Navigating the complexities of HIPAA compliance takes work, especially for healthcare providers and their vendors. Because of the vague nature of the law and the fact that HIPAA compliance is an all-or-nothing endeavor, too many organizations depend on hope more than knowledge. Learn More × Get HIPAA Compliant!

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HIPAA Journal

MARCH 8, 2022

Halifax County Public Health System (HCPHS) has been confirmed as having implemented an effective HIPAA compliance program by Compliancy Group. The post Halifax County Public Health System Achieves HIPAA Compliance appeared first on HIPAA Journal.

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Compliancy Group

JUNE 12, 2023

Ensuring that patient protection adheres to the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) guidelines is paramount. In recent years, several healthcare HIPAA compliance tools have emerged to assist organizations in meeting these stringent requirements. Become HIPAA Compliant × Get HIPAA Compliant!

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HIPAA Journal

APRIL 28, 2023

Comfort Zone Counseling, a Jackson, MI-based mental health therapist office, has recently been confirmed as having achieved compliance with the regulatory standards of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and has an effective HIPAA compliance program in place to ensure continued compliance.

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HIPAA Journal

JUNE 2, 2023

Compliancy Group has recently assessed Trüpp HR Inc., Compliancy Group has recently assessed Trüpp HR Inc., Compliancy Group’s HIPAA compliance subject matter experts verified Trüpp’s good faith effort to achieve HIPAA compliance and awarded Trüpp the HIPAA Seal of Compliance.

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Total Medical ComplianceHIPAA

DECEMBER 7, 2023

However, for those working in healthcare, it’s also necessary to remain cautious about protecting sensitive patient information. As festivities begin and work environments shift, here are some key tips to uphold HIPAA compliance during this joyous time. The holiday season is a time for celebration, joy, and spreading goodwill.

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Total HIPAA

APRIL 25, 2022

For organizations that deal with sensitive client or employee information, (e.g., Building a security program that can ensure the safety of information at rest, in transit, and in storage should be a top priority. Many organizations, including Total HIPAA Compliance, rely on NIST for guidance. What is NIST?

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Compliancy Group

JULY 25, 2023

The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) has been in effect since 1996, aiming to protect the privacy and security of patients’ protected health information (PHI). Business associates, such as IT vendors or subcontractors, must also comply with HIPAA regulations when handling patient data.

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MedTrainer

JUNE 28, 2023

You wouldn’t want to have your personal information fall into the hands of the wrong individual. Their Protected Health Information (PHI) includes their medical records and other private, identifying information. What Is HIPAA Compliance? How Do You Maintain HIPAA Compliance?

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Compliancy Group

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

Healthcare organizations must adhere to strict regulations outlined by HIPAA to ensure patient information’s confidentiality, integrity, and availability. Conducting regular HIPAA compliance audit reports is critical in identifying weaknesses or vulnerabilities in an organization’s policies, procedures, and systems.

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HIPAA Journal

APRIL 13, 2022

has recently demonstrated compliance with the federally mandated standards of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and has been confirmed as having implemented an effective HIPAA compliance program. The customizable telehealth solution provider, Let’s Talk Interactive, Inc.,

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Compliancy Group

JULY 5, 2023

A HIPAA compliance manager serves as the guardian of patient information, overseeing all aspects of adherence to federal regulations within healthcare organizations. What Skills Does it Take to Be A Successful HIPAA Compliance Manager? Become HIPAA Compliant × Get HIPAA Compliant! Find Out More!

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