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Tshedimoso Makhene: Jan 13, 2025 12:27:54 PM
An insider threat is a security risk that comes from within an organization. It involves individuals who have access to an organization's systems, data, or networks and use that access to cause harm, either intentionally or unintentionally. These...
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Tshedimoso Makhene: Jan 10, 2025 5:43:40 PM
Protected health information (PHI) is among the most sensitive data in healthcare, and safeguarding establishes patient privacy, maintains trust, and...
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Tshedimoso Makhene: Jan 10, 2025 4:00:00 PM
Elgon Inc. and Virtual Private Network Solutions have agreed to pay $170,000 in fines and implement corrective action plans after investigations...
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Tshedimoso Makhene: Jan 10, 2025 10:22:47 AM
Patients can be charged a fee for requesting a copy of their protected health information (PHI), but the fee must comply with the guidelines set...
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Tshedimoso Makhene: Jan 9, 2025 4:34:30 PM
Healthcare mergers and acquisitions often involve transferring sensitive patient information between entities. Ensuring HIPAA compliance during this...
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Tshedimoso Makhene: Jan 9, 2025 3:00:08 PM
A U.S. Army communications specialist was arrested in Texas for allegedly leaking presidential call logs and hacking telecommunications firms as part...
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Tshedimoso Makhene: Jan 8, 2025 7:23:21 PM
Standard operating procedures (SOPs) for HIPAA compliant email ensure organizations meet the privacy and security requirements mandated by the Health...
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Tshedimoso Makhene: Jan 8, 2025 6:59:16 PM
Mergers in the healthcare industry can significantly impact compliance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). While...
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Tshedimoso Makhene: Jan 8, 2025 8:55:39 AM
While both civil and criminal penalties aim to uphold the integrity of HIPAA, the primary difference lies in intent and enforcement. Civil penalties...
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Tshedimoso Makhene: Jan 8, 2025 8:47:54 AM
Responding to and reporting a data breach is a responsibility that requires prompt action, transparency, and adherence to regulatory requirements. By...
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Tshedimoso Makhene: Jan 8, 2025 7:53:08 AM
Phishing is a cyberattack where criminals attempt to deceive individuals into sharing sensitive information, such as passwords, credit card details,...
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Tshedimoso Makhene: Jan 8, 2025 6:53:36 AM
The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) imposes stringent confidentiality regulations on medical professionals. However,...
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Tshedimoso Makhene: Jan 6, 2025 3:03:28 PM
While the civil penalties for HIPAA violations often get the spotlight, the law also enforces serious criminal penalties for individuals or entities...
