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Does HIPAA apply to astronauts?
The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) itself does not directly apply to astronauts in the International Space Station...
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HIPAA compliance forms for social workers
Tshedimoso Makhene: Nov 14, 2024 4:27:50 AM
Social workers must adhere to the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), which mandates the protection of patient information...
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Must social workers comply with HIPAA regulations?
Tshedimoso Makhene: Nov 14, 2024 3:31:47 AM
The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) of 1996 generated federal regulations that apply to healthcare professionals and...
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Automatic logout for HIPAA compliance
Tshedimoso Makhene: Nov 14, 2024 3:23:11 AM
As part of a broader security strategy, automatic logout helps healthcare providers protect sensitive information, reduce the risk of data breaches,...
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When HIPAA applies to employer-provided health plans
HIPAA’s Privacy and Security Rules apply to employer health plans that receive, use, and disclose protected health information (PHI) related to an...
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Protecting health information in airline wheelchair repairs
With growing awareness to protect sensitive health information, questions arise when health information is shared outside traditional medical...
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Why HIPAA doesn’t cover period tracking apps
Tshedimoso Makhene: Nov 13, 2024 6:05:57 PM
Most period-tracking apps are not directly associated with a healthcare provider or covered entity. They typically collect data for consumer use...
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The HHS’ 5 best practices for HIPAA compliance
During the recent Safeguarding Health Information: Building Assurance through HIPAA Security conference, the Department of Health and Human Services...
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Third-party messaging apps and HIPAA compliance
Liyanda Tembani: Nov 12, 2024 3:11:40 AM
Healthcare organizations love being able to message patients on apps, but these providers need to stay HIPAA compliant and maintain patient trust....
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Acceptable use policies (AUP) and HIPAA compliance
Liyanda Tembani: Nov 11, 2024 6:25:35 PM
An acceptable use policy (AUP) sets clear guidelines on how healthcare employees should securely handle technology and patient data. It outlines...
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HIPAA and video surveillance
Farah Amod: Nov 11, 2024 6:11:38 PM
Healthcare organizations have long used video surveillance to enhance security, monitor patient and staff activities, and reduce risks. However,...
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The intersection between HIPAA and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) often intersect in healthcare and...
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What is a HIPAA power of attorney?
Farah Amod: Nov 11, 2024 12:45:00 AM
Understanding healthcare decisions and ensuring patient privacy can be overwhelming, especially when someone isn’t able to make decisions on their...