Editorial (6)

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Should remote monitoring technologies be HIPAA compliant?

Yes, remote monitoring technologies (RMTs) should be HIPAA compliant.

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What is ECCS?

Ethical compliance and conduct standards (ECCS) outline acceptable behaviors and practices for staff. An International Journal of Research in...

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Building trust in health information exchanges

Health Information Exchanges (HIEs) have the potential to transform health care by providing secure and efficient access to patient data. These...

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A guide to developing policies for handling PHI

Protected health information (PHI) is among the most sensitive data in healthcare, and safeguarding establishes patient privacy, maintains trust, and...

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Can you be charged for requesting a copy of your PHI?

Patients can be charged a fee for requesting a copy of their protected health information (PHI), but the fee must comply with the guidelines set...

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Image of paper people for blog about The significance of the nondiscrimination rule in health programs and activities

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The significance of the nondiscrimination rule in health programs and activities

In 2024, the Office for Civil Rights (OCR) within the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) made strides in enforcing civil rights and...

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What are technology-neutral standards? 

The HHS Security Series notes, “When the final Security Rule was published, the security standards were designed to be “technology neutral” to...

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Image of gavel for blog about The difference between civil and criminal HIPAA penalties

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The difference between civil and criminal HIPAA penalties

While both civil and criminal penalties aim to uphold the integrity of HIPAA, the primary difference lies in intent and enforcement. Civil penalties...

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A guide to responding and reporting data breaches

Responding to and reporting a data breach is a responsibility that requires prompt action, transparency, and adherence to regulatory requirements. By...

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How the updated HIPAA Privacy Rule supports reproductive healthcare privacy

In its 2024 Year in Review, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Office for Civil Rights (HHS OCR) stressed its commitment to enhancing...

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Understanding criminal penalties for HIPAA violations

While the civil penalties for HIPAA violations often get the spotlight, the law also enforces serious criminal penalties for individuals or entities...

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How deep learning is redefining healthcare cybersecurity

Integrating artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) into cybersecurity solutions has transformed patient care through electronic...

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The pros and cons of using AI in healthcare

Healthcare providers must know when to integrate AI into their workflows to optimize patient care and improve efficiency. Moreover, understanding its...

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