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Are senior care facilities covered entities under HIPAA?
Not every senior care facility is a covered entity, but those that provide medical care and handle protected health information (PHI) must adhere to...
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Handling medical record corrections and amendments under HIPAA
Liyanda Tembani: Nov 18, 2024 6:39:08 PM
Healthcare providers should handle medical record amendments by accepting written requests from patients, securely documenting each request, and...
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Communication policies that align with HIPAA regulations
Tshedimoso Makhene: Nov 18, 2024 7:00:00 AM
Creating and implementing communication policies that align with HIPAA regulations ensures compliance, protects patient privacy, and maintains the...
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Do diversity, equity, and inclusion leaders have to be HIPAA compliant?
Kirsten Peremore: Nov 16, 2024 5:19:27 PM
In a diverse society, healthcare professionals, particularly doctors, serve as the frontline in delivering equitable and inclusive care, especially...
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AI technology and HIPAA
Farah Amod: Nov 16, 2024 9:16:45 AM
As healthcare organizations and their business partners strive to use the power of AI to enhance patient care, streamline operations, and unlock...
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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...