As we step into a new year, it’s the perfect time to reassess and reinforce our commitment to HIPAA compliance and cybersecurity. Consider these nine resolutions to enhance the security posture of your healthcare organization: Passwords Audit Kick off the year by ensuring that all passwords are not only unique but also strong. We...
At HIPAA Secure Now, we know that performing regular Security Risk Assessments (SRAs) is a critical part of building a robust HIPAA compliance program and protecting your patients’ protected health information. Based on our years of experience conducting SRAs, we want to highlight 5 vital recommendations that frequently arise and discuss why properly addressing them...
Case Summary In a groundbreaking development, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has reached a settlement with Lafourche Medical Group, a Louisiana-based medical facility, following a phishing cyberattack that compromised the electronic protected health information of nearly 35,000 patients. This marks the first settlement under HIPAA related to a phishing attack, following...
All too often, annual trainings feel more like nothing more than an obligatory burden, when in reality, they’re a fundamental support in the ever-changing realm of compliance. HIPAA Secure Now recognizes the importance of high-quality training that not only informs but also engages employees effectively. Our annual cybersecurity and HIPAA training courses depart from conventional...
In an era where healthcare is increasingly intertwined with technology, patient education becomes a cornerstone for fostering self-advocacy. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ (HHS) Office for Civil Rights (OCR) recognizes the pivotal role patients play in their healthcare journey. In their recent resource on telehealth, the OCR offers guidance to healthcare professionals...
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