HIPAA Journal

JANUARY 9, 2023

The post Email Account Breaches Reported by Legacy Hospice, Live Oak Surgery Center, University of Miami Health appeared first on HIPAA Journal. Live Oak Surgery Center is unaware of any misuse of patient data. Additional email security measures have been implemented to prevent further account breaches.

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HIPAA Journal

MARCH 6, 2023

Cedar Park, TX-based Dental Health Management Solutions (DHMS), a provider of dental services to the government/military and private patients has recently announced – via its legal counsel – that the protected health information of certain patients was exposed in a 2021 hacking incident.

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HIPAA Journal

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

The list of affected individuals has yet to be finalized, but Covenant Care California has confirmed that the incident involved the following information: name, date of birth, medical information, and/or health insurance information, including diagnosis or treatment information and/or claims and billing information.

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Verisys

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Governance, Risk Management, and Compliance (GRC) in healthcare is an integrated approach that helps healthcare organizations manage their overall governance, enterprise risk management, and comply with regulatory requirements in a cohesive and aligned manner. What is healthcare data governance? What is GRC in Healthcare?

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Compliancy Group

MAY 11, 2023

The Iowa Privacy Law & HIPAA HIPAA and the Iowa Data Privacy Law both have their goal set to protect the privacy and security of patient data. They both require entities that collect or use this information to implement safeguards to protect electronic patient health information (ePHI) from unauthorized access, use or disclosure.

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MedTrainer

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

Healthcare compliance is the process of following the laws, regulations, and ethical standards that govern the healthcare industry. Exclusion from Government Programs: Entities found non-compliant may be barred from participating in government healthcare programs like Medicare and Medicaid. What Is Healthcare Compliance?

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HIPAA Journal

JULY 25, 2023

The review of files on the affected part of the network revealed they contained names, addresses, dates of birth, partial or full Social Security Numbers, driver’s license/passport/other government-issued ID numbers, insurance numbers, optical images, chart numbers, and related eye records.

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HIPAA Journal

MARCH 23, 2022

a Pittsburgh, PA-based non-profit healthcare company and Integrated Delivery Network has recently announced that some HIPAA-protected data has been exposed in a data breach at the printing and mailing vendor, Quantum Group, which was used by its vendor, Webb Mason, which provides marketing services to Highmark. Highmark Inc.,

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HIPAA Journal

APRIL 28, 2022

The attackers gained access to parts of its system on April 23, 2021, that housed files that contained individuals protected health information, including names, addresses, telephone numbers, dates of birth, Social Security numbers, financial information, government-issued ID numbers, and health information.

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HIPAA Journal

SEPTEMBER 8, 2022

The files on the affected systems contained information such as names, addresses, dates of birth, Social Security numbers, health insurance information, medical record numbers, patient account numbers, physician names, dates of service, and information related to the radiology services provided.

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MedTrainer

AUGUST 31, 2023

Healthcare compliance refers to the process of adhering to the laws, regulations, and ethical standards that govern the healthcare industry. What Is HIPAA and How Does It Impact Healthcare Compliance? What Is HIPAA and How Does It Impact Healthcare Compliance? What Is Healthcare Compliance?

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MedTrainer

JANUARY 26, 2024

In this blog, we’ll discuss how compliance came into being and why ethics are closely monitored by federal, state, and local governments. This includes adhering to healthcare privacy laws like the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act ( HIPAA ) and maintaining accurate medical records.

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HIPAA Journal

DECEMBER 29, 2022

The review of the exfiltrated files determined they contained information such as names, addresses, dates of birth, medical record numbers, patient identification numbers, health insurance information, payment information, and limited clinical information. Some Social Security numbers were also compromised.

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HIPAA Journal

JULY 27, 2023

The stolen information included names, addresses, email addresses, dates of birth, Social Security numbers, government identification ID numbers, driver’s license numbers, payment/financial institution information, health insurance providers, medical treatment information, medical diagnoses, medications, medical images, and lab test results.

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MedTrainer

JANUARY 26, 2024

Healthcare compliance is the process of following the laws, regulations, and ethical standards that govern the healthcare industry. It jeopardizes patient health, and can seriously harm the legal standing and reputation of healthcare institutions. What is Healthcare Compliance?

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MedTrainer

DECEMBER 7, 2023

State-specific governing bodies, such as the Bureau of Facility Standards , provide oversight with certain standards, adding a layer of complexity to successfully managing healthcare compliance in Idaho. Telehealth appointments are fully reimbursable so long as the provider is licensed in the patient’s state.

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MedTrainer

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

Advocate Health Care HIPAA Breach (2016) In August 2016, Advocate Health Care Network —one of the largest healthcare systems in Illinois—agreed to settle potential violations of Privacy and Security Rules for $5.55 This settlement was the largest HIPAA settlement at that time. License revocation or suspension.

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MedTrainer

OCTOBER 4, 2023

Federal healthcare compliance requirements encompass a set of regulations and laws established by various government agencies to ensure certain standards for the healthcare industry at the national level. OSHA focuses on the safety and health of workers, including those within the healthcare sector. Office for Civil Rights (OCR).

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HIPAA Journal

DECEMBER 1, 2022

A review of the files exfiltrated from its system confirmed they contained patient names, Social Security numbers, health insurance information, demographic information, and limited medical information. The post One Brooklyn Health Dealing with Ongoing Cyber Incident appeared first on HIPAA Journal.

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HIPAA Journal

JULY 31, 2023

Harris Health System said the vulnerability has been patched and additional steps have been taken to improve the security of its MOVEit server. The post 700,000 Highly Sensitive School Records Exposed Online appeared first on HIPAA Journal.

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HIPAA Journal

DECEMBER 7, 2022

In some cases, Social Security numbers, driver’s license numbers, or financial account information, were also exposed. Salud Family Health said impacted employees and patients have been offered free credit monitoring and identity fraud protection services.

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HIPAA Journal

MARCH 28, 2024

The post California and North Dakota Hospitals Report Cyberattacks appeared first on HIPAA Journal. Pembina County Memorial Hospital said it has implemented additional cybersecurity safeguards, enhanced its cybersecurity training, and revised and updated its policies, procedures, and protocols.

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HIPAA Journal

SEPTEMBER 8, 2022

The files on the affected systems contained information such as names, addresses, dates of birth, Social Security numbers, health insurance information, medical record numbers, patient account numbers, physician names, dates of service, and information related to the radiology services provided.

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MedTrainer

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

Tennessee Healthcare Compliance Resources Let’s start with the important state government agencies you’ll need to work with: The Tennessee Department of Health (TDOH) plays a vital role in promoting the health and wellbeing of Tennessee residents.

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Healthcare IT Today

AUGUST 2, 2023

Here’s a description of the position: What We Offer Sign-on bonus of $1,500 in first paycheck and $1,500 at 12 months of employment Salary $70,000-$90,000 DOE with ability to go higher for highly experienced candidates (salary will be prorated if less than 1.0

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Verisys

FEBRUARY 23, 2022

As government agencies and national regulatory organizations pass more regulations and the need for healthcare services grows, healthcare compliance officers (HCOs) are more important than ever. Facilities increasingly rely on healthcare compliance officers (HCOs) to bridge the gap between government regulation and daily operations.

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MedTrainer

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

And like any healthcare professional, HHAs must adhere to the compliance standards that govern quality care. The Bureau of Labor Statistics defines a home health aide as a professional who “monitors the condition of people with disabilities or chronic illnesses and helps them with daily living activities.”

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HIT Consultant

DECEMBER 21, 2022

In addition, Healthcare software providers and organizations must comply with HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act). – September 2022: U-Haul Discloses Data Breach Including Driver’s License Numbers. – June 2022: Up to 2 Million Affected By Shields Health Care Group Breach.

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Healthcare IT Today

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

What We Offer Sign-on bonus of $1,500 in first paycheck and $1,500 at 12 months of employment Salary $71,000-$91,000 DOE with ability to go higher for highly experienced candidates (salary will be prorated if less than 1.0

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Healthcare IT Today

MARCH 8, 2023

What We Offer Salary $82,000-$116,000 DOE with ability to go higher for highly experienced candidates (salary will be prorated if less than 1.0

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AIHC

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

Terminology used for the various forms of telehealth technology are summarized below which applies to both general and behavioral health care use. Not all forms of technology are recognized as services which can be reimbursed by health insurance. The Office for Civil Rights (OCR) is the HIPAA enforcement agency.

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MedTrainer

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) HIPAA is a pivotal regulation that focuses on the protection of patient health information, enforced by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). For instance, HIPAA violations can cost up to $1.5 million annually.

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MedTrainer

MARCH 28, 2024

Licensing and credentialing were introduced to regulate healthcare professionals and ensure minimum standards of care. Clinical & Administrative Departments Adheres to regulations and guidelines within their specific licensing boards and department policies and procedures.

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Healthcare IT Today

JULY 12, 2023

Remote candidates must reside in one of the following states WA OR ID CA AZ CO FL GA IN MA MD NC TN TX VA What We Offer Sign-on bonus of $1,500 in first paycheck and $1,500 at 12 months of employment Salary $70,000-$90,000 DOE with ability to go higher for highly experienced candidates (salary will be prorated if less than 1.0

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Healthcare Law Blog

MARCH 8, 2023

The use of ChatGPT in the healthcare space could potentially require the collection and storage of vast amounts of PHI; however, HIPAA generally requires covered entities [8] to limit the use or disclosure of, and requests for, PHI to the minimum necessary to accomplish the intended purpose. [9] 24/7 Medical Assistance According to the U.S.

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Healthcare Law Blog

MAY 31, 2022

The FTC’s increasing interest in health information that sits outside of HHS/OCR’s reach is likely to only expand in light of health-related metaverse use cases. The healthcare system in the United States is governed by an expansive network of state and federal laws, including the aforementioned HIPAA regulations.

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Health Care Law Brief

JULY 25, 2023

Specifically, OIG signaled that “unconscionable or one-sided business terms for the access, exchange, or use of EHI, or the licensing of an interoperability element” may rise to the level of information blocking if the conduct “impedes a provider’s ability to care for patients.” [4]

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