Fierce Healthcare

APRIL 12, 2024

Nearly all hospitals’ websites collect and transmit user information to third parties, yet most do not have privacy policies that tell the visitors who exactly will be receiving those data, accordi | A recent study warns that many hospitals' user tracking and disclosure practices could open their organizations up to lawsuits.

Hospitals 124

Hospitals 124

Bill of Health

AUGUST 10, 2023

By Christi Guerrini, David Gurney, Steve Kramer, CeCe Moore, Margaret Press, and Amy McGuire State legislators have enacted a flurry of genetic privacy bills that will strengthen the privacy and security practices of direct-to-consumer genetic testing companies and give customers more control over their data. Although U.S.

Informed Consent 246

Informed Consent ADA Compliance 246

VW Health Care Law Blog

NOVEMBER 19, 2019

Although privacy incidents at the largest healthcare providers attract the most attention, The Department of Health and Human Services Office for Civil Rights enforcement (“OCR”) is actively investigating privacy and security incidents at small healthcare providers.

40

40

Bill of Health

DECEMBER 18, 2023

The laws otherwise differ in a variety of ways, such as notice requirements, consent requirements/privacy, and availability of the recordings. Privacy is a critical concern in this area of regulation, with different approaches being taken by states.

Elder Abuse 300

Elder Abuse Nursing Homes Nurses Public Health 300

HIT Consultant

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

What You Should Know: – Despite the increasing adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) in healthcare, a new survey reveals that very few health systems have formal policies in place to govern its use, particularly for generative AI. The Need for Governance: Only 16% of surveyed health systems have a formal AI governance policy.

Governance 105

Governance 105

NCG Medical Blog

DECEMBER 30, 2022

Whether due to an internal attack, a cybersecurity hacker, accidentally publishing information, or something else, patient data privacy and security are of the utmost importance to ensure. The healthcare industry experienced the second-highest increase in cost-per-breach in 2020 – only second to the energy industry.

52

52

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.

Compliance 99

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

MRO Compliance

AUGUST 30, 2022

In this episode, host Don Hardwick interviews Rita Bowen, VP of Privacy, Compliance and HIM Policy at MRO, to learn more about how The Sequoia Project is aiming to identify, prioritize and collaborate on the most pressing challenges to nationwide health information sharing.

Compliance 130

Compliance 130

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

AUGUST 31, 2023

Following conversations in Washington and state capitals, the American Telemedicine Association published its new Health Data Privacy Principles this week. State laws and policies should also define consumer health data with the uniform language defined as protected health information under HIPAA, the group said in its announcement this week.

HIPAA 151

HIPAA COVID-19 Telemedicine Health Insurance 151

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

FEBRUARY 10, 2022

Senators Tammy Baldwin, D-Wisconsin, and Bill Cassidy, R-Louisiana, introduced the Health Data Use and Privacy Commission Act this week, aimed at starting the process of modernizing health data use and privacy policies. Recommendations on non-legislative solutions to individual health privacy concerns.

HIPAA 163

HIPAA Doctors Health Insurance Governance 163

HIT Consultant

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

– Building upon current policy on AI, the principles serve as the cornerstone for AMA advocacy on AI and underscore the organization’s commitment to supporting the implementation of national governance policies that prioritize the development and deployment of AI in a manner that is ethical, equitable, responsible, and transparent.

Governance 111

Governance 111

Bill of Health

OCTOBER 27, 2023

By Adithi Iyer In my last piece , I discussed the hypothetical successor of 23andme — a tissue-based direct-to-consumer testing service I’ve called yourtissueandyou — and the promise and perils that it might bring in consumer health information and privacy. Some developments might reshape this dynamic, like health-specific state privacy laws.

HIPAA 157

HIPAA FDA Informed Consent Health Insurance 157

Healthcare It News

OCTOBER 3, 2023

"Congress should urge OCR to withdraw the rule immediately," AHA said in its response to a request for information on data privacy and HIPAA. "This rule is flawed as a matter of law and harmful as a matter of policy," the AHA asserted.

HIPAA 244

HIPAA Hospitals Nurses Public Health 244

HIPAA Journal

MARCH 7, 2022

The development, implementation, and enforcement of HIPAA policies and procedures is the cornerstone of HIPAA compliance. The requirement to develop, implement, and enforce HIPAA policies and procedures appears in the very first standard of the Administrative Requirements of the Privacy Rule ( 45 CFR § 164.530 ).

HIPAA 129

HIPAA Compliance 129

Total Medical ComplianceHIPAA

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

Policies should be updated and reviewed with staff as needed. HIPAA: Are Sanctions Policies a HIPAA requirement? Yes, under both the privacy AND security rule, it is a requirement. Employees must be fever free for 24 hours without the use of a fever reducer and their symptoms must be improved.

COVID-19 52

COVID-19 HIPAA 52

HIT Consultant

DECEMBER 22, 2023

For companies entrusted with managing and protecting patients’ personal information, ensuring the privacy of that data must be the highest priority. This approach aligns with the principle of data minimization, a key aspect of privacy regulations like the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and HIPAA.

Compliance 133

Compliance Health Insurance HIPAA 133

MRO Compliance

OCTOBER 28, 2022

Given recent guidance from the OCR, now is the time for HI professionals to hold internal discussions, revisit policies, refresh education, and build checklists to ensure the privacy of sensitive patient data related to reproductive health. October 28, 2022. Health IT Answers. Here are four steps to take now. View Full Article.

130

130

Health Law Advisor

JUNE 29, 2023

which sells “DNA Health Test Kits” to consumers for health and ancestry insights—serves as a reminder that the FTC is increasingly exercising its consumer protection authority in the context of privacy and data protection. Alleged Privacy and Security Violations The FTC alleged 1Health.io The FTC’s settlement with 1Health.io

HIPAA 59

HIPAA Governance Health Insurance 59

HIPAA Journal

JULY 15, 2023

Here is a summary of the elements, which we outline in more detail below: Develop policies and procedures so that day-to-day activities comply with the Privacy Rule. Designate a Privacy Officer and a Security Officer. Enforce sanctions policies fairly and equally. Implement effective training programs.

HIPAA 98

HIPAA Compliance Compliance Officers Licensing 98

Mobi Health News

MAY 11, 2022

Only 16 displayed a privacy policy, and three collected data before consent. The researchers found 20 of the 23 apps reviewed shared data with third parties.

141

141

MedTrainer

MARCH 8, 2024

This landmark legislation, enacted in 1996, pivoted the healthcare industry toward stringent data protection to help ensure patient privacy and foster trust. Security Rule: Complementary to the Privacy Rule, this rule applies specifically to electronic PHI. Download a free and ready-to-use HIPAA Breach Notification Policy.

HIPAA 52

HIPAA Compliance Electronic Medical Records Health Insurance 52

AIHC

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

This article provides a basic overview of Artificial Intelligence, Telehealth, Asynchronous Services and HIPAA privacy concerns. Medicaid policies on this issue vary from state to state. Address HIPAA and Privacy Concerns Technology considerations The telehealth platform you use should meet HIPAA requirements.

HIPAA 59

HIPAA Medicaid Medicaid Telemedicine 59

HIPAA Journal

APRIL 5, 2024

Standards relevant to HIPAA compliance for email appear throughout the HIPAA Administrative Simplification Regulations – from the applicability and preemption standards of Part 160 (the General Requirements) to the privacy, security, and breach notification standards of Part 164.

HIPAA 86

HIPAA Compliance 86

HIPAA Journal

JUNE 20, 2023

A San Francisco-based company that sells DNA test kits and personalized diet and exercise plans based on genetic testing has been fined $75,000 by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and ordered to make improvements to its data privacy and security practices. 1HEalth.io, which previously operated under the names Vitagene Inc. While 1HEalth.io

HIPAA 112

HIPAA Doctors 112

Wyatt Law Blog

NOVEMBER 8, 2022

The FTC recently took enforcement action against an online e-commerce company and its CEO for failing to implement data security policies and procedures to protect the personal information of consumers. Read about the FTC action in this post by Kathie McDonald-McClure, Partner on Wyatt’s Data Privacy & Cyber Security service team.

98

98

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

AUGUST 17, 2021

Even as these devices have widened access, however, the "internet of healthy things" has also meant more potential privacy issues, explained experts in a HIMSS21 Global Conference Digital session available on demand this week. Pritts noted that HIPAA is quite broad – but it doesn't apply to the entirety of health IoT.

HIPAA 181

HIPAA COVID-19 Doctors 181

MedTrainer

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

This key legislation mandates the protection of patient privacy and the security of health information, affecting nearly every aspect of healthcare operations. The law is primarily concerned with protecting the privacy and security of patients’ protected health information (PHI).

HIPAA 52

HIPAA Compliance Health Insurance Governance 52

MedTrainer

OCTOBER 5, 2023

As a key member of your facility’s healthcare compliance programming, you understand the significance of regulatory compliance and the critical role it plays in ensuring the privacy and security of patient information. Your cooperation with the inspection entails ensuring your documents and policies are available and readily accessible.

HIPAA 98

HIPAA Compliance Regulatory Compliance ADA 98

HIPAA Journal

JUNE 28, 2023

The governor of Nevada recently signed a new consumer health data privacy bill into law that strengthens consumer health data privacy and gives Nevada residents new rights over their health data. Senate Bill (SB) 370 was modeled on Washington’s recently enacted “My Health, My Data (MHMD) bill, although is less comprehensive in scope.

HIPAA 137

HIPAA Health Insurance Public Health 137

Medisys Compliance

APRIL 24, 2024

Introduction As a behavioral health provider, protecting your patients’ privacy must be your top priority. The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) is a federal law that safeguards the privacy of individuals’ health information, including mental health and substance abuse treatment records.

HIPAA 59

HIPAA Compliance Medical Billing Outsourcing Medical Billing 59

Electronic Health Reporter

APRIL 29, 2021

By Deborah Hsieh, chief policy and strategy officer, Ciox Health. The article Expect More From HIPAA Proposed Changes: Easing Information Flow Shouldn’t Mean Reducing Health Data Privacy appeared first on electronichealthreporter.com. Congress enacted the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) in 1996.

HIPAA 172

HIPAA Health Insurance 172

Health Law Advisor

JANUARY 10, 2023

The California Privacy Rights Act (“ CPRA ”) and the Virginia Consumer Data Protection Act (“ VCPDA ”) are now effective in California and Virginia, respectively. These comprehensive data privacy laws, along with three other state laws going into effect this year, establish new and complex obligations for businesses.

Compliance 98

Compliance Governance 98

AIHC

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

This article provides a basic overview of Artificial Intelligence, Telehealth, Asynchronous Services and HIPAA privacy concerns. Medicaid policies on this issue vary from state to state. Address HIPAA and Privacy Concerns Technology considerations The telehealth platform you use should meet HIPAA requirements.

HIPAA 52

HIPAA Medicaid Medicaid Telemedicine 52

HIPAA Journal

AUGUST 26, 2022

At least two lawsuits have been filed against healthcare providers over the privacy violations, and Novant Health has recently issued notifications to more than 1.3 million patients whose privacy was violated. Privacy Policies and Data Sharing Practices Differ.

HIPAA 131

HIPAA Health Insurance Hospitals 131

HIPAA Journal

MARCH 8, 2022

One of the objectives of HIPAA is to provide a federal floor of privacy protections for individuals´ identifiable health information held by Covered Entities. To achieve this objective, the Privacy and Security Rules imposes standards Covered Entities must comply with in order to protect the privacy of “Protected Health Information” (PHI).

HIPAA 132

HIPAA Compliance Health Outcomes 132

Healthcare IT Today

JANUARY 26, 2024

This leaves us with the big question of what role Health IT leadership plays in ensuring the security and privacy of patient data , and what strategies can leaders employ to address emerging cybersecurity threats. Healthcare security and privacy frameworks like HITRUST align best practices in establishing a baseline level of security.

Compliance 101

Compliance Ransomware 101

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.

Compliance 52

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