HIPAA Journal

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

Connexin Software does business as Office Practicum and is a provider of electronic medical records and practice management software for pediatric practices. The forensic investigation confirmed the threat actor behind the attack exfiltrated files containing protected health information. million individuals.

Electronic Medical Records 102

Electronic Medical Records Ransomware HIPAA Fraud 102

HIPAA Journal

JANUARY 27, 2023

This is the third article in the ‘Benefits of HIPAA’ series, this time around exploring how the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and its subsequent amendments have benefited patients. While HIPAA has not solved the problem of job lock, it has certainly helped.

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HIPAA Health Insurance Fraud Electronic Medical Records 106

HIPAA Journal

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

ORM Fertility said there was no unauthorized access to its electronic medical records (EMR), email, or customer relationship management system (CRM), and financial and insurance information was not exposed.

Electronic Medical Records 71

Electronic Medical Records Fraud HIPAA Health Insurance 71

Compliancy Group

JULY 10, 2024

Compliance with healthcare regulations protects patients, safeguards employee safety, and maintains the security of electronic medical records (EMRs) and cyber networks. If you hold this position, you likely understand what’s at stake in protecting health information and preventing fraud, abuse, and adverse incidents.

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Compliance Officers Compliance Fraud Electronic Medical Records 64

HIPAA Journal

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

Azura Vascular Care said individuals who had sensitive information exposed such as Social Security numbers have been offered complimentary identity protection, credit monitoring, and fraud resolution services. Data exfiltration is common in ransomware attacks, but no evidence of data theft was identified during the forensic investigation.

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Ransomware Electronic Medical Records Licensing Health Insurance 91

HIPAA Journal

SEPTEMBER 28, 2022

in Iowa has recently confirmed that it was affected by the data breach at the electronic medical record provider, Eye Care Leaders. The attack exposed the protected health information of 542,776 current and former Wolfe Clinic patients. Wolfe Clinic, P.C

Electronic Medical Records 74

Electronic Medical Records Ransomware Fraud HIPAA 74

Physician Credentialing Company

MARCH 19, 2025

Electronic medical records of the patient in case there are complications or mortality experienced as a result of the condition. Medical claims usually undergo some form of scrutiny by insurance companies to determine cases of billing anomalies.

Medical Billing 52

Medical Billing Electronic Medical Records Hospitals Fraud 52

Compliancy Group

JUNE 7, 2024

The onboarding process is pivotal in ensuring employees understand their job duties, engage in best cybersecurity practices, and comply with important regulations like the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act, Occupational Health and Safety Administration, and prevention of Fraud, Waste, and Abuse in healthcare.

US Department of Health and Human Services 52

US Department of Health and Human Services Electronic Medical Records Compliance Fraud 52

Compliancy Group

MARCH 12, 2024

When unauthorized parties gain access to this information, identity theft, fraud, and diminished care often result. Prevent fraud: All parties must comply with laws that prevent fraud and misconduct, such as ordering necessary tests or treatments or billing for services not provided.

Compliance Framework 52

Compliance Framework Compliance US Department of Health and Human Services Fraud 52

Compliancy Group

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

The updates provide more detailed guidance for preventing fraud, waste, and abuse, maintaining organization-level compliance programs, and considering infrastructural issues in healthcare compliance. Healthcare investors and boards must understand how their financial arrangements could become factors contributing to non-compliance.

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Compliance Compliance Officers Fraud Electronic Medical Records 52

Compliancy Group

MARCH 19, 2024

Insurance carriers, cloud service providers, pharmacies, medical equipment manufacturers, and other organizations in this industry must comply with various health and safety regulations. It also reduces waste, fraud, and abuse that threaten the efficiency of healthcare delivery and services.

Regulatory Compliance 52

Regulatory Compliance Compliance US Department of Health and Human Services ACA 52

AIHC

APRIL 10, 2024

HITECH is a critical aspect of the Health Insurance Portability & Accountability Act (HIPAA). HIPAA guarantees patients access to their paper medical records. Yes, there are patients that will use someone else’s medical card for services. Since 2009, HITECH has given “teeth” to HIPAA law.

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Compliance US Department of Health and Human Services HIPAA Electronic Medical Records 99

HIPAA Journal

APRIL 27, 2025

Read More Elgon Information Systems Elgon Information Systems, a Massachusetts-based provider of electronic medical records and billing support services, experienced a ransomware attack on March 31, 2023. Read More… UnitedHealthcare UnitedHealthcare is a health insurer part of Minnetonka, MN-based UnitedHealthcare Group.

HIPAA 85

HIPAA Ransomware Hospitals Compliance 85

AIHC

APRIL 10, 2024

HITECH is a critical aspect of the Health Insurance Portability & Accountability Act (HIPAA). HIPAA guarantees patients access to their paper medical records. Yes, there are patients that will use someone else’s medical card for services. Since 2009, HITECH has given “teeth” to HIPAA law.

Compliance 52

Compliance US Department of Health and Human Services HIPAA Electronic Medical Records 52

Healthcare IT Today

DECEMBER 15, 2023

In Europe, this is GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation), in America, it’s HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act). Software developers and applications collaborating with medical institutions are also obliged to adhere to these laws.

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Electronic Medical Records Doctors HIPAA Hospitals 122

HIT Consultant

DECEMBER 18, 2023

In Europe, this is GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation), in America, it’s HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act). Software developers and applications collaborating with medical institutions are also obliged to adhere to these laws.

Electronic Medical Records 105

Electronic Medical Records Doctors HIPAA Pharmaceutical Industry 105

Hall Render

JUNE 3, 2022

NCH Healthcare System switching vendor for electronic medical records in early June. HCA Florida Healthcare renames home health agencies. UF Health Jacksonville exec says mental health access is North Florida’s top issue. New Hampshire health officials report 2 new COVID-19 deaths as cases continue to drop.

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COVID-19 Nursing Homes US Department of Health and Human Services Nurses 40

Hall Render

APRIL 7, 2023

in 2022 Pediatric clinic will buy Kaleideum building in downtown Winston-Salem Why this Raleigh pharma just cut half its workforce Finding good health care in rural eastern N.C. CareTrust CIO: After Entering Kansas with Latest Deal, We Are Keen for Other New Markets KENTUCKY 2 Louisville developments among biggest U.S. on revenue of $2.1B

US Department of Health and Human Services 40

US Department of Health and Human Services Nursing Homes COVID-19 Nurses 40

Hall Render

MAY 31, 2024

margin in Q1 AI + navigation = faster cancer care at Northwell Mount Sinai’s Beth Israel submits revised closure plan Dollars can boost health equity, but broad change is just as important Montefiore records $27.9M -area philanthropist opens women’s wellness center in Bethesda D.C. operating income, 4.1%

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Nursing Homes Nurses Hospitals Medicaid 40