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Home-based care providers vulnerable to HIPAA compliance issues

Many home-based care providers assume they are not subject to HIPAA regulations, but experts warn that this misconception could expose them to compliance failures, legal penalties, and security risks. A recent webinar co-hosted by Polsinelli...

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CISA warns of active exploitation of Trimble Cityworks software

The U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has issued a warning about an actively exploited security flaw in Trimble Cityworks...

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Can I use SharePoint and be HIPAA compliant? (2025 update)

Based on our research, SharePoint is HIPAA compliant because it meets the requirements set by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)...

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Which HIPAA rules are most open to interpretation?

“A neurologist arrives on a medical ward to perform a consultation. All the charts on the chart rack are turned facing the wall so that no names are...

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When does old family medical history lose HIPAA protection?

According to the Department of Health and Human Services, “When a covered health care provider, in the course of treating an individual or otherwise,...

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What is nurse delegation?

Nurse delegation when a registered nurse transfers responsibility for performing a nursing task to a competent individual while retaining...

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Can a covered entity hire a business associate to dispose of PHI?

According to the Department of Health and Human Services’ FAQ about the Disposal of Protected Health Information, “a covered entity may, but is not...

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The relationship between HIPAA Privacy Rule and state public records laws

According to the National Institute of Health, “In general, the Privacy Rule overrides (or preempts) State laws relating to the privacy of health...

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Do cruise ships have to comply with international data privacy laws?

Cruise ships must comply with international data privacy laws based on where they operate, collect passenger data, and process transactions, meaning...

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Is GoToMeeting HIPAA compliant? (2025 update)

Based on our research, GoToMeeting is HIPAA compliant because it meets the requirements set by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)...

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Certifications for healthcare privacy officers

In a recent MedTrainer’s article, Amber Ratcliffe writes, “In the rapidly evolving healthcare industry, adherence to regulations and ethical...

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Can healthcare privacy officers delegate duties to staff members?

It’s important for those in healthcare management to successfully distribute responsibilities while ensuring patient data remains secure.

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Is New Relic HIPAA compliant? (2025 update)

Based on our research, New Relic is HIPAA compliant because it meets the requirements set by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)...

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