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Almost 500,000 Individuals Affected by Designed Receivable Solutions Data Breach

The HIPAA Journal

DRS said the types of data involved varied from individual to individual and may have included names, addresses, dates of birth, health insurance information, dates of service, and Social Security numbers.

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HIPAA Rules and Regulations

The HIPAA Journal

In 1996, Congress passed the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act ( HIPAA ) with the objective of reforming the health insurance industry. This guide explains why the HIPAA rules and regulations exist, what they consist of, and who they apply to. What are Covered Entities? What is PHI under HIPAA?

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Email Breach Affects 22,000 Ambulatory Surgery Center of Westchester Patients

The HIPAA Journal

Mobile Medical Response Warns Patients About PHI Breach Mobile Medical Response, a Michigan-based provider of medical transportation and ambulance services, has announced that there has been an impermissible disclosure of patient information at one of its business associates.

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HIPAA Violations, How to Prevent Them

Electronic Health Reporter

The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) applies to all companies in the United States. Healthcare providers, covered entities and their business associates should understand HIPAA and take compliance steps to avoid monetary fines and even prison time. Illegal copying is prohibited.

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Phishers Gain Access to 23 L.A. County Department of Health Services Email Accounts

The HIPAA Journal

Catholic Medical Center Patients Affected by Email Breach at Business Associate Almost 2,800 patients of Catholic Medical Center (CMC) in New Hampshire have been affected by a data breach at one of its vendors, the accounts receivable management service provider Lamont Hanley & Associates.

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Exploring Nursing Specialties, You Need to Know About

Minority Nurse

To learn more about nurse entrepreneurs, visit the National Nurses in Business Association (NNBA) for information on how to get started. Small Business Association (SBA) also has resources on small business grants and events that can help you flourish as a business owner.

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BakerHostetler Report Identifies Healthcare Data Breach and Litigation Trends

The HIPAA Journal

Data Breach Insights Healthcare accounted for 28% of data breach incidents, followed by finance and insurance (17%), business and professional services (15%), and education (13%). The report provides insights into the current cyber threat landscape and litigation trends. The was a significant increase in data breaches at vendors.

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