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Liyanda Tembani: Nov 21, 2024 6:39:43 PM
To maintain HIPAA compliance when patients send protected health information (PHI) via social media, respond without disclosing PHI and direct them...
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Understanding HIPAA compliance can be challenging, especially when verifying privacy and security or reporting potential violations. Whether you're a...
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Liyanda Tembani: Nov 19, 2024 3:32:38 PM
Automated messaging can be used for HIPAA compliant preventive care reminders when the communication is directly related to the patient’s treatment,...
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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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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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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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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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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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The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) itself does not directly apply to astronauts in the International Space Station...
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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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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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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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HIPAA’s Privacy and Security Rules apply to employer health plans that receive, use, and disclose protected health information (PHI) related to an...
