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Fred Hutchinson and University of WA settle data breach lawsuit for $11.5M

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center and the University of Washington have agreed to a $11.5 million settlement and committed $13.5 million to cybersecurity improvements. This followed a major data breach in 2023 that exposed the personal and medical...

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Can I use Google Keep and be HIPAA compliant? (2025 update)

Based on our research, Google Keep is HIPAA compliant because it meets the requirements set by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)...

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The use of natural language processing in interpreting intake forms

The use of Natural Language Processing (NLP) in interpreting intake forms enables automated extraction and analysis of data, streamlining the process...

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The value of vendor consolidation in healthcare

Reducing the number of vendors is a way for healthcare organizations to improve the efficiency of operations. Operationally, vendor consolidation...

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Healthcare providers' guide to HIPAA information access requirements

45 CFR § 164.524 establishes regulations that give individuals the right to access, inspect, and obtain copies of their protected health information...

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Understanding health insurance terms: The definitive guide

According to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, “Health insurance is a legal entitlement to payment or reimbursement for your health...

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How to respond to a data breach in a dental prcatice

In dental practices, a data breach typically involves the compromise of patient information, such as personal details, medical records, or financial...

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What are data classifications?

While HIPAA does not require specific data classification levels, organizations often adopt a simple three level classification system. These can...

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VectraRx Mail Pharmacy reports breach affecting over 109,000 patients

VectraRx Mail Pharmacy Services has disclosed a data breach that exposed sensitive health information of 109,383 individuals, including prescription...

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BCBS $5.4B antitrust settlements reshape healthcare landscape

A decade-long legal battle against Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) has culminated in two landmark settlements totaling $5.4 billion, marking the...

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DOJ charges Russian nationals in ransomware scheme

The U.S. Department of Justice has recently brought charges against Roman Berezhnoy and Egor Nikolaevich Glebov, Russian nationals accused of leading...

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Is Drupal HIPAA compliant? (2025 update)

Based on our research, Drupal is not HIPAA compliant because it does not meet the requirements set by the U.S. Department of Health and Human...

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Timeline set for Change Healthcare’s motion to dismiss in data breach case

A federal judge has set deadlines for Change Healthcare’s motion to dismiss claims in lawsuits over a data breach affecting millions.

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