HIPAA Compliance (51)

HIPAA release form requirements

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HIPAA release form requirements

The HIPAA privacy rule has three exceptions allowing healthcare providers to disclose PHI without patient authorization: treatment, payment, and...

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The role of the Office for Civil Rights (OCR) in HIPAA compliance

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The role of the Office for Civil Rights (OCR) in HIPAA compliance

The Office for Civil Rights (OCR) is central to enforcing HIPAA compliance, an agency within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)....

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Why faxing is an inefficient way to communicate for HIPAA standards

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Why faxing is an inefficient way to communicate for HIPAA standards

On average, sending a one-page fax takes 30 seconds to a minute, but many factors—such as the length of the document, connection quality, machine...

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Are cannabis dispensaries covered entities under HIPAA?

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Are cannabis dispensaries covered entities under HIPAA?

No, marijuana dispensaries are not covered entities.

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A comprehensive list of federal agencies that must be HIPAA compliant

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A comprehensive list of federal agencies that must be HIPAA compliant

HIPAA compliance is often discussed in the context of covered entities like healthcare providers and insurance companies but many federal agencies...

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FAQs: Disclosing PHI

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FAQs: Disclosing PHI

Disclosing protected health information (PHI) is governed by strict regulations to ensure patient privacy and confidentiality. Under the Health...

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What are HIPAA's Other Arrangements?

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What are HIPAA's Other Arrangements?

Other Arrangements provide government entities with compliant pathways tailored to their specific needs, helping them fulfill their HIPAA obligations...

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The difference between the HIPAA Privacy Rule and the Security Rule

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The difference between the HIPAA Privacy Rule and the Security Rule

HIPAA’s Privacy Rule focuses on protecting the privacy of all forms of protected health information (PHI), whether electronic, paper, or oral. It...

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Legal marijuana and HIPAA

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Legal marijuana and HIPAA

When the use of marijuana is prescribed or discussed by a healthcare provider, the information is protected under HIPAA.

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What are the HIPAA rules for video conferencing?

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What are the HIPAA rules for video conferencing?

The HIPAA rules for video conferencing in teletherapy require that any platform used has encryption, secure user authentication, and safe data...

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Disclosing a minor's PHI

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Disclosing a minor's PHI

Disclosing a minor’s PHI involves careful consideration of both HIPAA regulations and state-specific laws. While parents generally have the right to...

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HIPAA compliance in patient-generated health data (PGHD)

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HIPAA compliance in patient-generated health data (PGHD)

Healthcare providers can ensure HIPAA compliance when handling patient-generated health data (PGHD) by treating it as protected health information...

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What is a business associate agreement?

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What is a business associate agreement?

A business associate agreement (BAA) is a legally binding contract establishing a relationship between a covered entity under the Health Insurance...

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