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Tshedimoso Makhene: Jan 15, 2025 8:33:06 AM
The HHS Office for Civil Rights reflects on a year of advancing healthcare equity and civil rights through rule updates, enforcement actions, and community-focused initiatives under Melanie Fontes Rainer's leadership.
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Tshedimoso Makhene: Jan 15, 2025 5:48:47 AM
Yes, educational email campaigns are an integral part of marketing. These campaigns focus on providing valuable information to the audience, building...
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Tshedimoso Makhene: Jan 14, 2025 3:59:49 PM
The HHS Office for Civil Rights has issued guidance to healthcare entities on responsibly using AI tools, emphasizing compliance with...
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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,...
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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...
