A recent investigation by the Office of Civil Rights (OCR) alleges that several security guards from Yakima Valley Memorial Hospital impermissibly accessed the medical records of 419 individuals. This incident highlights the importance of maintaining strict protocols and vigilant oversight when it comes to safeguarding sensitive patient information. The details involving the hospital security guards...
What is a security risk assessment (SRA) and how can it help your healthcare business? The protection of sensitive patient information and the integrity of critical systems is of paramount importance to any business. With the increase in cybersecurity threats, taking a proactive approach to security measures is far more ideal than being reactive to...
Recent research conducted by Arete and Cyentia Institute sheds light on the ransomware landscape within the healthcare sector. The study reveals that healthcare organizations are more likely to pay ransoms than other industries. Additionally, the report highlights the low adoption of multi-factor authentication (MFA) and emphasizes the need for improved cybersecurity measures in the healthcare...
Simplifying HIPAA compliance for Covered Entities with HIPAA regulations can be complex and challenging for covered entities. Failure to meet the requirements can lead to severe penalties and reputation damage. This is where we come in. Here are some of the ways that HIPAA Secure Now can help healthcare businesses: Annual Risk Assessment: We...
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