HIPAA

If you’re in the healthcare industry, it’s important that you pay attention to the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) because breaking its rules could land you in some serious trouble. You’re looking at hefty fines, at the very least. The more serious cases can lead to prison sentences.  The Department of Health and…

The HIPAA 1996 Act sets regulatory measures to ensure the security of sensitive patient information held by health providers. The Department of Health and Human Services oversees HIPAA compliance, while the Office for Civil Rights enforces it. PHI or Protected Health Information covers broad data of a patient, including electronic records, medical records, personal information,…

Did you know healthcare is the second most targeted industry, with 20% of victims falling prey to cloud misconfiguration breaches? These high-profile cases are just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to HIPAA violations.  The Office of Civil Rights regularly issues fines for smaller breaches that fail to meet the HIPAA compliance checklist…

So, what’s the big hullabaloo about HIPAA certifications? Can getting one help your organization? While nothing can prevent a healthcare organization from an audit, getting a third-party HIPAA certification demonstrates your compliance posture. Read on to learn what is HIPAA Certification and how to get HIPAA certification. What is HIPAA Certification? HIPAA compliance certification is…

In the digital age, we are constantly juggling data privacy concerns. Emergence of new technologies and regulations like the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), means healthcare organizations must be vigilant in protecting patient information from unauthorized access or use. Encryption is a powerful tool that protects patient data at rest and in transit. …