HIPAA Journal

AUGUST 4, 2023

Are you aware that investing in HIPAA compliance can actually result in increased revenue? Conversely, putting HIPAA compliance on the back burner can be detrimental to the organization. Thursday, August 17, 2023 11:00 a.m. Running a healthcare business is expensive. PT ¦ 12:00 p.m.

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HIPAA Journal

DECEMBER 20, 2022

Cyberattacks on large healthcare providers continue to occur in high numbers, but 2022 has also seen an increase in attacks on small and medium-sized healthcare organizations and business associates of HIPAA-covered entities. The data breaches and HIPAA enforcement actions. Host: Compliancy Group. Time: 11:00 a.m.

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HIPAA Journal

APRIL 11, 2023

The Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has announced that he does not plan to renew the COVID-19 Public Health Emergency, which is due to expire on May 11, 2023. The transition period starts on May 12, 2023, and expires at 11:59 pm on August 9, 2023.

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HIPAA Journal

JANUARY 31, 2024

Report: Security Breaches in Healthcare (Direct Download PDF, 1.9MB, 16 pages) An unwanted record was set in 2023 with 725 large security breaches in healthcare reported to the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Office for Civil Rights (OCR), beating the record of 720 healthcare security breaches set the previous year.

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MRO Compliance

JANUARY 20, 2023

2023 forecast: Balancing patient privacy and data sharing January 19, 2023 Healthcare IT News Harmonizing HIPAA with interoperability, third-party compliance and data usability are among the priorities this year for Rita Bowen, a member of the Sequoia Project board of directors and MRO vice president. View Full Article

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MedTrainer

JANUARY 10, 2024

It may seem a little early to do some spring cleaning, but not when it comes to compliance! It’s that time of the year to check your records for 2023 compliance deficiencies and set your organization up for success in 2024. Release of Industry-Specific Compliance Program Guidance (ICPG) is anticipated in 2024.

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Compliancy Group

JANUARY 8, 2024

HIPAA fines are issued for various reasons and are usually the result of a settlement to end an Office for Civil Rights (OCR) investigation. In 2023, OCR settled thirteen cases with healthcare organizations for potential HIPAA violations. Life Hope Labs did not provide access until February 2022.

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HIPAA Journal

AUGUST 14, 2023

Are you aware that investing in HIPAA compliance can actually result in increased revenue? Conversely, putting HIPAA compliance on the back burner can be detrimental to the organization. Free Webinar Details Thursday, August 17, 2023 11:00 a.m. PT ¦ 12:00 p.m.

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Fierce Healthcare

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

Office for Civil Rights brings 2 reports to Congress regarding state of HIPAA compliance and cybersecurity aburky Tue, 02/21/2023 - 14:54

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Compliancy Group

JANUARY 2, 2024

2023 was a banner year for healthcare fines and breaches. The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Office for Civil Rights settled thirteen cases with healthcare organizations for potential HIPAA violations. This trend continued in 2023, where hacking accounted for 83% of the large breaches reported to OCR.

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American Medical Compliance

JUNE 4, 2023

Compliance with privacy regulations, such as HIPAA in the United States, is essential to protect sensitive user information. By prioritizing compliance and ethics, they can establish themselves as trustworthy health information and service sources. Reference JD Supra (27 March 2023). Visit [link] for more information.

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Health Care Performance

JANUARY 18, 2023

Sign up for MPA's FREE Compliance & HIPAA webinars: All webinars start at 11:00 a.m. HIPAA Security Update. January 25, 2023. Your HIPAA security program is your defense, and the key to maintaining continuity of care. Your HIPAA security program is your defense, and the key to maintaining continuity of care.

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Health Care Performance

JANUARY 11, 2023

Sign up for MPA's FREE Compliance & HIPAA webinars: All webinars start at 11:00 a.m. HIPAA Security Update. January 25, 2023. Your HIPAA security program is your defense, and the key to maintaining continuity of care. Your HIPAA security program is your defense, and the key to maintaining continuity of care.

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HIPAA Journal

DECEMBER 31, 2022

To best answer the question what is a HIPAA violation, it is necessary to explain what HIPAA is, who it applies to, and what constitutes a violation; for although most people believe they know what a HIPAA compliance violation is, evidence suggests otherwise. What is HIPAA and Who Does It Apply To?

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Total HIPAA

MARCH 22, 2023

Insurance agents who handle protected health information (PHI) are required to comply with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). Failure to comply with HIPAA regulations can result in severe consequences for insurance agents and their clients. million per year for each violation. Enforcement Highlights.”

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Total HIPAA

MAY 31, 2023

HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) has evolved over the years to adapt to advancements in healthcare and technology. The 2013 HIPAA Omnibus Final Rule expanded its scope, and now the HIPAA Privacy Rule is set to change again in 2023. HIPAA’s Evolution: HIPAA has been crucial in U.S.

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HIPAA Journal

APRIL 4, 2023

The Department of Health and Human Services’ Office for Civil Rights (OCR) has conducted two rounds of HIPAA audits on covered entities and business associates to assess compliance with the HIPAA Rules. The webinar will be hosted by Liam Degnan, Director of Strategic Initiatives, Compliancy Group. PT ¦ 12:00 p.m.

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HIPAA Journal

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

The HHS’ Office for Civil Rights (OCR) has published a report it sent to Congress that details its HIPAA enforcement activities in 2021, which provides insights into the state of compliance with the HIPAA Privacy, Security, and Breach Notification Rules.

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HIPAA Journal

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

HIPAA-regulated entities must ensure these data breaches are reported to the HHS’ Office for Civil Rights (OCR) no later than March 1, 2023. Late reporting of data breaches is a HIPAA violation and can result in a financial penalty. That means the deadline for reporting these small data breaches is March 1, 2023.

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Healthcare Law Blog

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

In late April this year, the Office of Inspector General, Department of Health and Human Services (OIG) announced that it would make changes to its existing body of healthcare compliance program guidance (CPGs) as part of its current Modernization Initiative. [1] On November 6, 2023, OIG finally published the GCPG on its website [3].

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Health Care Performance

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

Sign up for MPA's FREE Compliance & HIPAA webinars: All webinars start at 11:00 a.m. CST and are presented by Margaret Scavotto and Scott Gima Plan a Successful Compliance Week in 2023 February 22, 2023 90 minutes 1.8 SNF Compliance Update April 19, 2023 90 minutes 1.8 CCB CEUs 1.5 CCB CEUs 1.5

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Health Care Performance

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

Sign up for MPA's FREE Compliance & HIPAA webinars: All webinars start at 11:00 a.m. CST and are presented by Margaret Scavotto and Scott Gima Plan a Successful Compliance Week in 2023 February 22, 2023 90 minutes 1.8 SNF Compliance Update April 19, 2023 90 minutes 1.8 CCB CEUs 1.5 CCB CEUs 1.5

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HIPAA Vault

DECEMBER 4, 2022

They say you never know until it hits you. Whoever “they” are, they’ve got a point – especially if the “it” is a hacker’s punishing left hook, aimed at disabling your website and stealing your sensitive data. If you feel the punch – in the form of malicious software (malware) in your system – expect. Continue reading.

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American Medical Compliance

DECEMBER 21, 2023

As featured in Companies Market Cap, the top 10 publicly traded healthcare companies have revenue of $39 billion to $359 billion as of 2023. While these advancements bring undeniable benefits, they also introduce complex challenges related to healthcare compliance. This shows that there’s a continual focus on health and wellness.

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MedTrainer

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

But, it can get worse if employees aren’t familiar with their organization’s HIPAA incident response plan. In June 2023, a Kendall Park, New Jersey facility was fined $30,000 for improperly disclosing protected health information and failing to implement policies and procedures with respect to PHI. What is a HIPAA Incident?

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Hall Render

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Department of Health and Human Services (“HHS”) Office of Civil Rights (“OCR”) recently released updated guidance in its October 2023 Cybersecurity Newsletter emphasizing the importance of sanction policies in maintaining HIPAA compliance. What Should Be Included in a Sanction Policy?

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HIPAA Journal

JANUARY 30, 2023

The National HIPAA Summit is the leading forum on healthcare EDI, privacy, breach notification, confidentiality, data security, and HIPAA compliance, and the deadline for registration for the Virtual 40th National HIPAA Summit is fast approaching.

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Medisys Compliance

JANUARY 30, 2023

Let us discuss the top compliance issues in the medical billing industry, shall we? HIPAA: The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act( HIPAA) is a federal law that establishes the national standards for protecting the privacy and security of individuals’ personal health information ( PHI).

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Total HIPAA

MARCH 23, 2022

If so, you must comply with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) when it comes to marketing and communications. In this blog post, we’ll cover some essential considerations that insurance agents should keep in mind to ensure HIPAA compliance in their marketing and communications. HHS.gov, [link].

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HIPAA Journal

JANUARY 21, 2024

A HIPAA Security Rule checklist helps covered entities, business associates, and other organizations subject to HIPAA compliance to fulfil the requirements of the Security Standards for the Protection of Electronic Protected Health Information (better known as the HIPAA Security Rule).

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Compliancy Group

OCTOBER 5, 2023

The MIPS rules for 2023 are discussed below. What Are the MIPS Rules for 2023? Ground Rules The MIPS ground rules for 2023 are similar to the MIPS ground rules for 2022. The math is not on the side of providers who do not have the SRA completed by December 31, 2023, for assessment (and potential reward) in 2024.

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HIPAA Journal

JUNE 29, 2023

The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Office for Civil Rights (OCR) has agreed to settle potential HIPAA violations with the HIPAA business associate, iHealth Solutions, LLC, for $75,000. The HIPAA enforcement action shows that even relatively small data breaches can be investigated by OCR and result in a financial penalty.

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Compliancy Group

JUNE 23, 2023

In May 2023, there were 75 breaches reported affecting 19,044,544 patients. In May 2023, there were 75 breaches reported affecting 19,044,544 patients. Security Risk Assessments and Remediation Security risk assessments (SRAs) are vital for security and compliance. Prevent HIPAA Breaches Don’t fall victim to breaches.

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HIPAA & Health IT

DECEMBER 1, 2023

On November 6, 2023, the HHS Office of Inspector General published a new compilation of compliance guidance under the title General Compliance Program Guidance (GCPG) for the healthcare compliance community and other health care stakeholders.

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Healthcare IT Today

DECEMBER 13, 2023

The following is a guest article by Dotty Bollinger, JD, Healthcare Compliance Consultant, Compliancy Group The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Office for Civil Rights (OCR) reached a settlement with Doctors’ Management Services after the healthcare vendor succumbed to a ransomware attack.

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HIPAA Journal

APRIL 25, 2023

Five former Methodist Hospital employees have pleaded guilty to criminal violations of HIPAA for accessing and disclosing the information of patients to a third party for financial gain. The former employees were terminated for the HIPAA violations, and along with Harvey, were indicted by a federal grand jury in November 2022.

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HIPAA Journal

JUNE 26, 2023

HIPAA enforcement discretion occurs when the Secretary for Health and Human Services (HHS) announces the Department will exercise discretion in the enforcement of HIPAA Rules. Typically, Notices of Enforcement Discretion last between 72 hours and 60 days, are state or region-specific and apply to specific provisions of the HIPAA Rules.

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