Atrium Health faces data breach

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Atrium Health faces data breach

On September 13, 2024, Atrium Health confirmed a data breach linked to a phishing attack. The incident has raised concerns about the security of sensitive patient information and highlighted the need for robust cybersecurity measures in healthcare...

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Is sending patients to collections a HIPAA violation?

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Is sending patients to collections a HIPAA violation?

While sending an account to collections is a standard healthcare practice, healthcare providers must understand how to navigate this process without...

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FAQs: Audit trails and HIPAA

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FAQs: Audit trails and HIPAA

Audit trails keep track of system events, identifying individuals who accessed specific data and at what time. In the context of HIPAA, audit trails...

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Impact of insurance fraud on the economy

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Impact of insurance fraud on the economy

Insurance fraud is a serious and growing problem affecting all economic sectors, including healthcare. According to a 2022 study conducted for the...

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Establishing a HIPAA compliance team

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Establishing a HIPAA compliance team

Establishing a HIPAA compliance team is a proactive step toward ensuring that your organization meets its legal obligations and protects patient...

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LVHN reaches $65 million settlement over 2023 data breach

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LVHN reaches $65 million settlement over 2023 data breach

Lehigh Valley Health Network has agreed to a $65 million settlement following a class-action lawsuit over a 2023 data breach that exposed sensitive...

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Should informal caregivers be HIPAA compliant?

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Should informal caregivers be HIPAA compliant?

Informal caregivers are those who provide unpaid medical care for another individual. Informal caregivers are not required to be HIPAA compliant;...

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HIPAA compliance for debt collectors

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HIPAA compliance for debt collectors

Debt collection agencies working in the healthcare sector face a unique challenge: complying with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability...

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How does HIPAA compliance affect patient trust?

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How does HIPAA compliance affect patient trust?

HIPAA compliance reassures patients that their privacy and security are a priority, enhancing their confidence in healthcare services.

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What to do if your HIPAA audit appeal is denied

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What to do if your HIPAA audit appeal is denied

While having your HIPAA audit appeal denied can be disheartening, it also provides an opportunity to strengthen your organization’s compliance...

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How HIPAA consulting partners can improve compliance

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How HIPAA consulting partners can improve compliance

HIPAA compliance partners help healthcare organizations achieve and maintain compliance with HIPAA regulations by providing expert guidance,...

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The role of the Office for Civil Rights (OCR) in HIPAA compliance

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The role of the Office for Civil Rights (OCR) in HIPAA compliance

The Office for Civil Rights (OCR) is central to enforcing HIPAA compliance, an agency within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)....

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Why faxing is an inefficient way to communicate for HIPAA standards

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Why faxing is an inefficient way to communicate for HIPAA standards

On average, sending a one-page fax takes 30 seconds to a minute, but many factors—such as the length of the document, connection quality, machine...

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