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HHS updates HIPAA rule to enhance ePHI security

Health Prime

Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) released a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) to modify the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) Security Rule of 1996. This update intends to strengthen cybersecurity protections for electronic protected health information (ePHI).

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HIPAA Compliant Costs: A Complete Breakdown

Arkenea

Developing a healthcare application that complies with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) is essential for safeguarding sensitive patient information and adhering to legal standards. HIPAA compliance costs can greatly vary depending on the kind of application you’re developing.

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Understanding the Importance of HIPAA Compliance in Medical Billing Software 

CollaborateMD

Understanding HIPAA Regulations HIPAA, or the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act , became law in 1996. It provides national standards for using electronic health information and associated transactions. Those rules apply to healthcare organizations and their business partners where PHI is present.

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Unlocking the Basics of HIPAA Audit Trail

Arkenea

HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) rules and regulations ensure that ePHI (Protected Health Information) is safe and secure from potential hackers. These regulations mandate the BA (Business Associates) and CE (Covered Entities) to maintain the privacy and security of ePHI.

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Behavioral Healthcare Data Security: A Comprehensive Checklist for Protecting Patient Information

Valant

These controls allow practices to create granular permission levels, ensuring staff members can access exactly what they need for their roles, while protecting sensitive information. For example, staff members who handle billing need insurance information, but not detailed clinical notes. Assess security technology needs (e.g.,

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