Health Prime

JANUARY 22, 2025

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 is the first HIPAA Security rule update since 2013. In 2023, over 167 million individuals were affected by significant breachesa new record.

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The HIPAA Journal

MAY 2, 2024

A lawsuit was filed over the data breach alleging BioPlus should have prevented the breach and could have if reasonable cybersecurity measures had been implemented and industry-standard security best practices had been followed. BioPlus has not admitted liability or any wrongdoing related to the cyberattack and data breach.

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Arkenea

JULY 8, 2024

HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) rules and regulations ensure that ePHI (Protected Health Information) is safe and secure from potential hackers. To comply with HIPAA regulations, CE and BA must adhere to certain requirements, and audit trail is one of them. Capture login, logout, and access to ePHI.

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Arkenea

JULY 4, 2024

To ensure effective clinical data integration, here are top-notch best practices that every healthcare organizations can implement. Compliance Standards: Essential compliance standards are HIPAA, and data standards such as HL7 and FHIR. The post 6 Best Practices for Seamless Clinical Data Integration appeared first on.

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CollaborateMD

JANUARY 3, 2024

HIPAA compliance is a crucial aspect of any medical billing software. Understanding the importance of HIPAA compliance and implementing the necessary protocols helps healthcare providers avoid legal and financial repercussions. Within HIPAA, many rules dictate privacy, security, and confidentiality.

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Electronic Health Reporter

APRIL 10, 2019

This certification audits healthcare-specific security, privacy and regulatory requirements including HIPAA, NIST, ISO and COBIT, as well as industry best practices and provides a single evaluation framework that is designed for the unique needs of Syapse’s health system customers. […].

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Arkenea

OCTOBER 16, 2024

Healthcare providers must ensure that the website complies with the latest security standards and regulations such as HIPAA, GDPR, and CCPA. Best practices of healthcare website design Use some tried-and-true best practices if you want to create a healthcare website that stands out.

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Pulmonology Advisor - Practice Management

MAY 17, 2024

An update to the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) Security Rule is now underway with new cybersecurity requirements. In addition, the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is issuing new guidance for health care providers to help better prepare them on how best to respond to cyber threats.

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Health Prime

JUNE 13, 2024

Compliance issues: Non-compliance with coding regulations, such as those set forth by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) , can result in fines and penalties. 6 strategies to avoid common coding pitfalls Avoiding coding errors requires a proactive approach and adherence to best practices.

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Valant

JULY 16, 2024

What’s the difference between them, and is your practice compliant with the privacy regulations for each type? Failing to follow best practices for therapy notes and progress notes can have legal and professional repercussions. HIPAA regulates that therapy notes be stored separately from progress notes.

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Healthcare Law Insights blog

DECEMBER 27, 2023

The Law Enforcement Exception to HIPAA As a baseline, HIPAA-covered entities may disclose PHI to law enforcement with a patient’s signed HIPAA authorization. HIPAA regulations list several scenarios in which covered entities can provide PHI to law enforcement absent patient authorization.

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CollaborateMD

AUGUST 5, 2024

Then review best practices in implementing AI into medical billing. As a result, the technology is subject to HIPAA compliance rules. The solution you select must be HIPAA compliant. Sometimes, the data output by other systems in your practice has a unique format. Compliance requirements apply to AI’s use of PHI.

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Valant

MARCH 30, 2024

Patient data must be protected in accordance with all legal and ethical standards, such as the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). Download Template Ensuring Compliance and Confidentiality in the Intake Process Confidentiality and compliance are key considerations when onboarding new patients.

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Health Populi

MARCH 27, 2018

Here’s what we-know-we know about health care, privacy, and security: briefly, • HIPAA covers patients’ PHI that is held by covered entities and shared with contracted business associates. billion active monthly accounts. Cyber-breaches are a new-normal in health care.

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Valant

JUNE 2, 2024

You’ll also be responsible for ensuring that your practice is HIPAA compliant. Look for EHR and other tech solutions that allow you to maintain strong HIPAA compliance and protections for PHI. This includes monitoring patient outcomes, implementing best practices, and seeking feedback from patients and staff.

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Arkenea

OCTOBER 16, 2024

Healthcare website accessibility tools and best practices help hospitals to up their accessibility game and design a compliant site for users. It also highlights best practices for accessibility, along with tips on how to make an accessible healthcare website. percent were non-compliant.

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EvidenceCare

APRIL 16, 2024

HIPAA regulations: Ensure patient privacy is protected throughout the documentation process. Here are some best practices for preparing the team: Mock Audits: Conduct periodic mock audits to identify areas for improvement and familiarize staff with the audit process.

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Valant

APRIL 17, 2024

Free Download Access the EHR Migration Template Download Starting Your New Practice Private Practice Business Plan Template Learn the benefits of developing a private practice business plan and download a free template. Look for industry-standard security protocols like encryption, access controls, and adherence to HIPAA.

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Northwest Career College

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

Here are some best practices to guide you in effectively doing so as a dental administrative assistant. HIPAA provides standards for protecting patient information and requires healthcare providers to maintain patient information confidentially.

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Northwest Career College

MAY 22, 2024

Breaches may also lead to significant fines, especially under regulations such as HIPAA in the United States. Understanding frameworks like HIPAA in the U.S., GDPR in Europe, or PIPEDA in Canada is essential to developing best practices and avoiding legal issues. Understanding frameworks like HIPAA in the U.S.,

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Mobius MD

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Email newsletters for primary care physicians are a great way to stay current with the latest news, research, and medical best practices. Here are some recent topics: “Two ways to address difficult emotions in the exam room” “Three myths about HIPAA” “The No.

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Valant

JULY 5, 2024

Patient Data Security: Telehealth platforms must comply with HIPAA and other regulations to ensure patient data is secure. With a large volume of transactions, streamlined RCM practices become even more critical to prevent financial bottlenecks.

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Arkenea

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Table of Contents Why Mobile EHR Applications Essential Features of Mobile EHR Applications Challenges in Mobile EHR Application Development Best Practices in Mobile EHR Application Development Role of Custom Development in Mobile EHR Applications Why Mobile EHR Applications? Best Practices in Mobile EHR Application Development 1.

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Electronic Health Reporter

MARCH 25, 2019

This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. It is not uncommon, in today’s age, to do large amounts of personal business online. This includes discussing or sharing medical records.

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Arkenea

AUGUST 15, 2024

But security, both HIPAA/HITECH compliance and best practices, must never be ignored. A fine balance of risk aversion and innovation is key. Healthcare CTOs need to be willing to be restrained by their CISO – which can be difficult.

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Medical Advantage

APRIL 4, 2024

athenahealth telemedicine—a part of the athenahealth product suite—offers a robust platform for practices looking to incorporate telehealth services seamlessly into their existing workflows. This system stands out for its ability to support vital patient care while ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations.

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Health Populi

NOVEMBER 12, 2019

” The last paragraph of the press release states: “All work related to Ascension’s engagement with Google is HIPAA compliant and underpinned by a robust data security and protection effort and adherence to Ascension’s strict requirements for data handling.”

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CollaborateMD

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

You must adhere to regulations like HIPAA. This could be for things like practice closures, vaccination availability, events, alerts, and more. Ensure HIPAA Compliance in Messaging Practices Opt for an SMS software solution that’s built specifically for the healthcare industry. The good news? Where do delays occur?

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Intercoast

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

In California, counselors must comply with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and the Confidentiality of Medical Information Act. Ongoing Education : Counselors should pursue continuous education to stay informed about best practices in ethical counseling and cultural competence.

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Valant

MARCH 1, 2024

Compliance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act ( HIPAA ) and other laws/regulations is mandatory. In addition, complying with HIPAA protects your patients, your practice, and helps you avoid fines and penalties. Your EHR software can help with HIPAA compliance.

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Valant

APRIL 2, 2024

By prioritizing data privacy and security measures and implementing best practices for safeguarding sensitive patient information, practices can maintain the confidentiality of EHR data and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements such as HIPAA.

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Valant

JANUARY 30, 2024

Compliance with Privacy Regulations Mental health practices are trusted with extensive amounts of sensitive information and private records. Maintaining patient confidentiality is one of the most important responsibilities of a practice. Training on the practice’s EHR system can help staff streamline data collection and reporting.

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Coronis Health

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

Top companies can provide secure, HIPAA-compliant billing processes to ensure that your data is kept confidential. Security The company you select must securely handle all your data (you will be entrusting them with sensitive patient and financial data).

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Valant

APRIL 1, 2024

Compliance Furthermore, adherence to regulatory requirements and best practices is a need throughout any EHR migration. Practices must ensure compliance with HIPAA regulations and other industry standards to protect patient data privacy and security during the migration process.

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Ciox

JULY 20, 2023

Healthcare organizations must adhere to strict data privacy regulations such as: The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) These regulations ensure that patient data is handled securely and confidentially, minimizing the risk of unauthorized access or data breaches.

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Health Prime

JANUARY 24, 2024

The easy follow-up of patients using telemonitoring solutions and the augmented access to internet services will continue increasing telemedicine delivery. Learn more about this in our blog Optimize your telemedicine appointments with these best practices.

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Arkenea

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Apart from this, hiring a healthcare web development agency assures organizations that they’re aware of all the rules and regulations such as HIPAA or FHIR. By integrating all the above features, providers are ensuring positive patient engagement and enhancing care experience. This saves time and energy going through regulations.

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