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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 data. By assembling a dedicated team with clearly defined roles and responsibilities, healthcare...

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Understanding the different medical claim forms

Medical claims are form requests submitted by healthcare providers to insurance companies and government programs for reimbursement for services...

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Deepfake technology in social engineering attacks

The term deepfake stems from combining “deep learning,” a subset of machine learning, and “fake,” reflecting the technology's ability to produce...

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Wisconsin county scrutinized after 11-month breach notification delay

After discovering a cybersecurity breach on October 4, 2023, Richland County, Wisconsin, only sent letters notifying affected residents in August....

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Data minimization and HIPAA

Data minimization contributes to HIPAA compliance by ensuring that only the minimum necessary amount of protected health information (PHI) is...

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The basics of HIPAA compliance

HIPAA compliance involves protecting patient health information through the key regulations: the Privacy Rule, the Security Rule, and the Breach...

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A guide to reporting HIPAA violations

Anyone who suspects a HIPAA violation by a healthcare provider, an insurance company, or another covered entity, must report the violation to the...

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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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182,670 patients affected by Illinois Bone & Joint Institute breach

Illinois Bone & Joint Institute (IBJI) recently disclosed that a network security breach exposed the protected health information (PHI) of 182,670...

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Handling the mental health impacts of climate change

When individuals face severe consequences like losing homes or enduring the stress of displacement, there is a need for immediate psychological help...

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When can a GP share information with family?

A General Practitioner (GP) can share information between family members with their permission, during care coordination, or in emergencies.

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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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What are predictive analytics exploits?

Predictive analytics exploits are techniques that analyze historical data to forecast future events, helping organizations make informed decisions...

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