When are subcontractors considered HIPAA business associates?

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When are subcontractors business associates under HIPAA?

Subcontractors are considered business associates under HIPAA when they directly handle, manage, or can access protected health information (PHI) as part of the services they provide to a covered entity or another business associate. Functionally,...

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What are the HIPAA rules for video conferencing?

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What are the HIPAA rules for video conferencing?

The HIPAA rules for video conferencing in teletherapy require that any platform used has encryption, secure user authentication, and safe data...

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HIPAA compliance in patient-generated health data (PGHD)

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HIPAA compliance in patient-generated health data (PGHD)

Healthcare providers can ensure HIPAA compliance when handling patient-generated health data (PGHD) by treating it as protected health information...

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Maintaining HIPAA compliance when using IoT devices

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Maintaining HIPAA compliance with IoT devices

Healthcare providers can maintain HIPAA compliance in patient communication through Internet of Things (IoT) devices by implementing robust security...

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HIPAA and email deletion rules

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HIPAA and email deletion rules

HIPAA requires that emails containing protected health information (PHI) be securely managed, retained, and deleted to prevent unauthorized access...

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What are the consequences of not complying with HIPAA?

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What are the consequences of not complying with HIPAA?

HIPAA applies to covered entities, as well as their business associates. Non-compliance with HIPAA can result in severe consequences, including civil...

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The HIPAA implications of using blockchain for secure patient data management

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HIPAA implications of using blockchain

Blockchain, a technology that stores information like electronic health records (EHRs) in blocks, can help organizations securely manage patient...

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What is the use of blockchain in EHRs?

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What is the use of blockchain in EHRs?

In healthcare, a blockchain is a database of health information stored in blocks, making it more secure. In 2022, the healthcare industry further...

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Are subcontractors business associates under HIPAA?

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Are subcontractors business associates under HIPAA?

Subcontractors can be considered business associates under HIPAA if they handle protected health information (PHI) as part of their services. If the...

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Enzo Biochem to pay $4.5 million settlement over data breach failures

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Enzo Biochem to pay $4.5 million settlement over data breach failures

Enzo Biochem, Inc. has agreed to a $4.5 million settlement after a cyberattack in April 2023 compromised the personal and private health information...

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Unauthorized access to SkinCure Oncology emails exposes patient data

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Unauthorized access to SkinCure Oncology emails exposes patient data

SkinCure Oncology recently discovered that an unauthorized party accessed certain email accounts, potentially compromising personal information.

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Warning issued by eight nations about Chinese hacker group

Eight countries have warned about the speed and efficiency of China-based hackers accessing government networks.

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Gmail users receive free top-tier security upgrade

Google announced a major security upgrade for its Advanced Protection Program (APP), allowing users to enroll with passkeys instead of hardware...

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