Benefits of using PHI in patient communications

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Benefits of using PHI in patient communications

In the healthcare industry, organizations have to begin using protected health information (PHI) in patient communications or risk falling behind. Making use of PHI can streamline operations, enhance the patient experience, and drive revenue...

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Cybersecurity 101

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Cybersecurity 101

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DELL employees data exposed in potential data breach

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DELL employees data exposed in potential data breach

Dell has potentially experienced a leak exposing the data of over 10,000 employees.

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Are patients willing to pay for better privacy?

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Are patients willing to pay for better privacy?

People value their privacy, yet the cost and risks of maintaining it are usually ignored. In healthcare, it is not always well-defined to balance...

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Who does HIPAA apply to?

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Who does HIPAA apply to?

HIPAA applies to covered entities, which include healthcare providers, health plans, and healthcare clearinghouses, as well as their business...

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Are group chats HIPAA compliant

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Are group chats HIPAA compliant

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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Atrium Health faces data breach

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Atrium Health faces data breach

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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Organ donation registries and HIPAA

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Organ donation registries and HIPAA

Registries serve as a centralized database where individuals voluntarily register their consent to donate organs, tissue, or eyes. While organ...

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HIPAA on a notepad with stethoscope

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What is HIPAA certification?

HIPAA certification is a more advanced form of HIPAA training that provides a thorough understanding of the regulations and encourages a culture of...

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Is sending patients to collections a HIPAA violation?

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Is sending patients to collections a HIPAA violation?

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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Can mental health practitioners offer group therapy with family

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Can practitioners offer group therapy with family present?

Mental health professionals can offer group therapy with family present generally without patient consent.

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Why implement HIPAA compliant email rules?

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Why implement HIPAA compliant email rules?

Healthcare organizations must implement HIPAA compliant email rules to protect patient privacy, secure sensitive health information, and comply with...

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Unsecured database exposes therapy records from mental health firm

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Unsecured database exposes therapy records from mental health firm

A security breach has exposed the health details of thousands of individuals seeking mental health and addiction treatment services.

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