MedTrainer

APRIL 22, 2024

Creating and using a supplier compliance checklist ensures vendors meet regulatory requirements and are trusted partners in managing sensitive information. In this article, I’ll discuss why supplier compliance is as critical as legal and regulatory adherence for healthcare organization employees.

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Total HIPAA

AUGUST 30, 2023

By having a “conversation” with the language model, the program gathers information about the language it is given and it returns language that should make sense given the context of the topic provided and all the other conversations and articles (language data) it has been trained on. Do language models generate truth?

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Compliancy Group

JUNE 26, 2023

Are you tired of stressing over HIPAA compliance for your healthcare organization? As the healthcare industry grows, so does the need for HIPAA compliance. This system can streamline the compliance process and reduce the risk of costly HIPAA fines or lawsuits. Find Out More! Please Wait.

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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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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. Please Wait.

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Compliancy Group

JANUARY 27, 2023

As AI technology rises, what can we expect from the intersection of ChatGPT, healthcare, and HIPAA compliance? The HIPAA Privacy Rule clearly states the need to limit access to PHI. Make Sure You’re HIPAA Compliant Having signed business associate agreements (BAAs) with software vendors is a key part of HIPAA compliance.

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Electronic Health Reporter

DECEMBER 16, 2019

This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. The HIPAA outlines the standard security practices that organizations handling protected health information (PHI) need to adhere to. Whether your business is compliant with the HIPAA or not can have a huge impact on how you handle your business.

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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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Total Medical ComplianceHIPAA

OCTOBER 6, 2023

A significant part of this conversation involves the use of communication tools like video conferencing and their compliance with HIPAA. are HIPAA-compliant, you’re in the right place. This article delves into the essentials of HIPAA-compliant video conferencing. Is Microsoft Teams HIPAA-compliant?

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Electronic Health Reporter

DECEMBER 18, 2020

This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. The article Rising Risks To Patient Data and HIPAA Compliance In The Age of COVID-19 appeared first on electronichealthreporter.com. Illegal copying is prohibited. By Stephen Cavey, co-founder, Ground Labs. A […]. A […].

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HIPAA Journal

JULY 19, 2023

The main objective of HIPAA law is to protect the privacy of an individuals’ health information while at the same time permitting needed information to be disclosed for patient care and other purposes such as billing. You can use our HIPAA Law Compliance Checklist to check your compliance requirements and avoid HIPAA violations.

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MRO Compliance

DECEMBER 6, 2022

HIPAA Challenges: State AGs Crack Down on Data Privacy. Although hospitals and health systems are well-versed in reporting data breaches to the Office for Civil Rights because of HIPAA, the privacy scope of state attorneys general is more far-reaching. View Full Article. December 6, 2022. For The Record.

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Electronic Health Reporter

DECEMBER 12, 2019

This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. The article HIPAA Compliance and The Cloud appeared first on electronichealthreporter.com. Illegal copying is prohibited. By Adrian Johansen, freelance writer; @AdrianJohanse18.

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MedTrainer

APRIL 16, 2024

In healthcare, maintaining regulatory compliance is crucial for providing quality patient care and avoiding costly penalties. Healthcare compliance auditing software helps compliance managers prepare their organization for an audit. What is Healthcare Compliance Auditing Software?

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Total HIPAA

AUGUST 16, 2023

By signing a BAA, the company is stating that they have their own HIPAA compliance approach which meets the law’s requirements. It is still the responsibility of the covered entity to make sure they only sign Business Associate Agreements with business associates who are truly HIPAA compliant.

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Electronic Health Reporter

FEBRUARY 8, 2019

The article Don’t Let Shadow IT Jeopardize HIPAA Compliance appeared first on electronichealthreporter.com. New technologies and techniques, employed by increasingly advanced criminals, require organizations to be proactive in their defense efforts, or they risk being outsmarted by those who seek to expose […].

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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

MARCH 31, 2023

The reason the HIPAA retention requirements needs clarifying is that the distinction between HIPAA medical records retention and HIPAA record retention can be confusing. Throughout the Administrative Simplification Regulations of HIPAA, there are several references to HIPAA data retention.

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Electronic Health Reporter

JANUARY 2, 2020

This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. The article 3 Ways to Ensure HIPAA Compliance with Patient Privacy appeared first on electronichealthreporter.com. Illegal copying is prohibited. By Melanie Purkis, product leader, Liquid Web. Healthcare organizations […].

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Electronic Health Reporter

APRIL 8, 2020

This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. There are several regulatory compliance requirements that healthcare organizations must follow. Even so, it’s the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) that gets the most […]. Illegal copying is prohibited.

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HIPAA Journal

APRIL 19, 2024

What Are The Benefits Of Healthcare Compliance Software? For a chief compliance officer the benefits of using healthcare compliance software are: 1. This increased visibility enhances the chief compliance officer’s ability to effectively oversee compliance efforts across the organization.

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Electronic Health Reporter

APRIL 17, 2019

This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Amazon recently announced the availability of a HIPAA-eligible development environment for Alexa-enabled devices. The article Alexa’s HIPAA Compliance Shows A Move Toward Engaging People In Their Healthcare appeared first on electronichealthreporter.com.

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Med Law Blog

APRIL 9, 2024

In the wake of these recent cybersecurity events, safeguarding patient information has become paramount, prompting heightened scrutiny of HIPAA compliance. HIPAA, or the Health Insurance Portability & Accountability Act, provides for a series of rules relating to the protection of protected health information, or PHI.

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Compliancy Group

AUGUST 8, 2022

But healthcare practices and the business associates supporting them need to know: Is Google Cloud HIPAA Compliant? What Makes a Software Tool HIPAA Compliant? Regarding software, there are specific indications of the tool’s HIPAA compliance. Software HIPAA compliance boils down to two things. Learn More! ×

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HIPAA Journal

MAY 29, 2023

It has been 27 years since President Clinton signed the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) into law, but compliance is still proving a challenge for many HIPAA-regulated entities. The average HIPAA penalty has fallen from $2.6 reduction in total penalties compared to 2018, falling from $28.7

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HIPAA Journal

JANUARY 20, 2023

It has been almost 27 years since the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) was signed into law, more than 2 decades since the Privacy Rule was enacted, and this February will be the 20 th anniversary of the HIPAA Security Rule.

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Total Medical ComplianceHIPAA

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

This article explores the concept of vishing scams, their implications for HIPAA compliance, and provides recommendations for safeguarding PHI. Implications for HIPAA Compliance For healthcare organizations, vishing scams pose a direct threat to HIPAA compliance and the protection of PHI.

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MedTrainer

APRIL 8, 2024

As a healthcare professional, it is vital to maintain compliance with the 629 legal and regulatory requirements that govern the delivery of quality care. One effective tool to achieve this is through internal healthcare compliance audits. What Is an Internal Healthcare Compliance Audit?

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Medisys Compliance

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Introduction Radiology billing compliance is a critical aspect of managing a successful radiology practice. With a myriad of regulations and the potential for audits looming, radiologists and billing staff need to have a solid understanding of compliance requirements.

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Healthcare IT Today

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

The following is a guest article by Boris Dzhingarov. This information must be protected to avoid any legal implications and ensure compliance with privacy regulatory laws, like the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). What is HIPAA? Let’s discuss the topic in detail. healthcare legislation.

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HIPAA Journal

OCTOBER 28, 2022

HIPAA training is important beyond “ticking the box” of HIPAA compliance. In this article, we explain how a fully trained and compliant workforce can deliver multiple benefits for organizations subject to HIPAA and provide 5 reasons why HIPAA training is important. Reduce the Risk of HIPAA Violations.

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Foster Swift

JANUARY 25, 2021

This article has been updated with new information since it was originally published on November 16, 2020. As health care providers continue to face new challenges relating to the COVID-19 pandemic, it is important for providers to maintain compliance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (“HIPAA”).

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HIPAA Journal

JANUARY 1, 2023

The question “Does HIPAA Apply to Employers” is one that has provoked many different responses due to the complicated nature of the HIPAA Privacy Rule. The HIPAA Privacy Rule is one of the most complicated pieces of legislation affecting the healthcare and health insurance industries.

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HIPAA Journal

MARCH 30, 2023

The seven elements of a compliance program are integrated processes organizations in all industries can adopt to help them develop a culture of compliance in the workplace. While the seven elements of a compliance program apply to all industries, they originated in the healthcare industry in the 1990s.

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Compliancy Group

AUGUST 11, 2023

However, when it comes to handling sensitive patient information, such as protected health information (PHI), ensuring the security and compliance of these platforms becomes paramount. But is Intercom HIPAA compliant? Rated #1 on G2 “Compliancy Group makes a highly complex process easy to understand.” Please Wait.

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MedTrainer

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

The complex world of healthcare compliance demands a clear understanding of responsibilities. For those new to the role of compliance officer, the question often arises: “Who is responsible for compliance in healthcare?” Who is Responsible for Compliance in Healthcare?

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Healthcare IT Today

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

The following is a guest article by Ram Krishnan, CEO at Valant Communicating with patients – in a compliant manner – is essential for behavioral health practices. All practices must comply with HIPAA, as well as the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA). The first step is using a HIPAA-compliant telehealth solution.

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