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Tshedimoso Makhene: Sep 23, 2024 2:09:23 PM
Patient-initiated electronic communication refers to how patients can connect with healthcare providers using digital platforms, such as email, patient portals, or secure messaging apps. This type of communication can enhance patient engagement,...
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Tshedimoso Makhene: Sep 23, 2024 3:20:35 AM
Audit controls enable organizations to detect unauthorized access or unusual activity involving protected health information (PHI) or electronic...
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Tshedimoso Makhene: Sep 21, 2024 8:03:20 PM
Group chats can be HIPAA compliant, but not all chat platforms are automatically secure enough to meet HIPAA's standards. To be HIPAA compliant,...
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Tshedimoso Makhene: Sep 21, 2024 7:43:41 PM
On September 13, 2024, Atrium Health confirmed a data breach linked to a phishing attack. The incident has raised concerns about the security of...
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Tshedimoso Makhene: Sep 20, 2024 10:15:00 AM
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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Tshedimoso Makhene: Sep 20, 2024 3:04:40 AM
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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Tshedimoso Makhene: Sep 19, 2024 7:25:44 AM
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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Tshedimoso Makhene: Sep 18, 2024 3:23:41 AM
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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Tshedimoso Makhene: Sep 17, 2024 8:15:58 AM
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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Tshedimoso Makhene: Sep 16, 2024 6:24:26 PM
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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Tshedimoso Makhene: Sep 16, 2024 6:00:47 AM
Debt collection agencies working in the healthcare sector face a unique challenge: complying with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability...
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Tshedimoso Makhene: Sep 15, 2024 2:57:08 PM
HIPAA compliance reassures patients that their privacy and security are a priority, enhancing their confidence in healthcare services.
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Tshedimoso Makhene: Sep 15, 2024 2:25:52 PM
While having your HIPAA audit appeal denied can be disheartening, it also provides an opportunity to strengthen your organization’s compliance...
