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Understanding HIPAA transactions and code set rules

Farah Amod: Oct 15, 2024 3:45:16 PM

Code sets and transactions are standardized codes used for data elements in healthcare. These codes can simplify the exchange of information and lead...

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CMS rules for HIPAA compliance when texting patient data

Farah Amod: Oct 15, 2024 12:44:46 PM

As healthcare professionals increasingly rely on mobile technology for patient care, HIPAA compliance has become a growing concern. The Centers for...

Is HIPAA compliance necessary when communicating with school counselors?

Kirsten Peremore: Oct 15, 2024 8:37:25 AM

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Opting out of receiving text messages about data breaches

Tshedimoso Makhene: Oct 15, 2024 3:31:06 AM

While some patients may prefer other communication methods, healthcare providers are often required by law to notify individuals of a data breach....

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Can healthcare organizations share patient information with a caller?

Kirsten Peremore: Oct 15, 2024 3:24:57 AM

Healthcare organizations can share a patient's information with a caller if the patient has agreed to it and the caller follows specific privacy...

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Russian APT29 hackers exploit vulnerabilities in global cyberattack

U.S. and U.K. cyber agencies have jointly issued a warning about the ongoing attacks by Russian-linked APT29 hackers, exploiting vulnerabilities in...

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HHS imposes $240,000 penalty on Providence Medical Institute

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Office for Civil Rights (OCR) announced a $240,000 civil monetary penalty against Providence...

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Using email to notify patients of a data breach

Tshedimoso Makhene: Oct 14, 2024 2:50:56 PM

Email can efficiently notify patients about a data breach due to its speed, scalability, and accessibility. It allows healthcare organizations to...

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What to do when patient emails contain too much PHI

Liyanda Tembani: Oct 13, 2024 6:08:54 AM

If emails from patients contain too much PHI, acknowledge the email securely using a HIPAA compliant system, avoid replying with additional sensitive...

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Online mental health intake forms and HIPAA

Liyanda Tembani: Oct 13, 2024 5:58:24 AM

Your mental health intake forms meet HIPAA standards when they ensure the protection of patient data through encryption, collect only the minimum...

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Zimbra email server exploit poses serious security risk

Kirsten Peremore: Oct 12, 2024 6:13:37 PM

Recently, hackers have been exploiting a remote code execution (RCE) vulnerability, CVE-2024-45519, in Zimbra email servers. The flaw allows...

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HHS warns about Trinity ransomware

Kirsten Peremore: Oct 12, 2024 4:59:51 PM

The Health Sector Cybersecurity Coordination Center (HC3) released a profile of a recent threat actor emerging in the U.S.