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Tshedimoso Makhene: Sep 27, 2024 3:23:44 AM
Selecting the right authentication types for healthcare systems keeps patient information secure while maintaining ease of access for authorized users.
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Tshedimoso Makhene: Sep 25, 2024 10:13:16 AM
HIPAA requires ambulance service providers to take significant measures to ensure patient information is protected and handled in compliance with the...
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Tshedimoso Makhene: Sep 25, 2024 9:39:29 AM
Any individual or entity that handles protected health information (PHI) is required to follow HIPAA rules and receive training to ensure compliance.
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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,...
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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;...
