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ComplianceJunction HIPAA Training Receives SCCE Accreditation

The HIPAA Journal

The Society of Corporate Compliance and Ethics (SCCE) has recently accredited ComplianceJunction’s ‘HIPAA Training for Organizations’ training course. The training has been used by more than 1,000 healthcare organizations and over 100 universities to raise awareness of the HIPAA regulations.

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The Importance of HIPAA Compliant Teletherapy Platforms

Valant

However, with this digital transformation comes the critical need for HIPAA compliant teletherapy platforms. What is HIPAA and Why is it Crucial in Teletherapy? The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) sets the standard for protecting sensitive patient data.

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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%). Many of these lawsuits are still in the early stages, with only one case so far granted class certification and one that has had class certification denied.

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Multiple Class Action Lawsuits Filed Against City of Hope National Medical Center Over Data Breach

The HIPAA Journal

The exposed and stolen data included contact information, Social Security numbers, driver’s license numbers, financial information, health insurance information, medical records, medical histories, diagnoses/conditions, and health insurance information.

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HIPAA Transactions and Code Sets Rules

The HIPAA Journal

The HIPAA transactions and code sets rules have the objective of replacing non-standard descriptions of healthcare activities with standard formats for each type of activity in order to streamline administrative processes, lower operating costs, and improve the quality of data. Referral Certification and Authorization.

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20,000-Record Data Breaches Reported by Axis Health System & Gandara Mental Health Center

The HIPAA Journal

The types of data involved varied from individual to individual and included names, addresses, dates of birth, driver’s license numbers, Social Security numbers, medical treatment/diagnosis information, and health insurance information.

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6 aspects to consider when choosing the right medical coding partner for your practice 

Health Prime

It is also vital that your practice ensures that the coding partner and its staff hold relevant certifications, such as Certified Professional Coder (CPC) or Certified Coding Specialist (CCS). These industry regulations include the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).