Responding to Mental Health Emergencies: Legal Considerations
May 26, 2022
When a patient is having an active mental health emergency, what are your obligations? What does the law allow? We address some common questions.
Navigating Red Flag Laws Under HIPAA
March 2, 2022
Some states permit healthcare providers to petition the court for the removal of a patient's firearms. How can a provider do this without violating HIPAA’s Privacy Rule?
Sources of Liability in Telemedicine
October 14, 2021
Telehealth can introduce new types of risk for your medical practice. Know what to look for so that you can take steps to reduce your liability.
Does HIPAA Apply to You? You Might Not Be Compliant.
September 21, 2021
"HIPAA doesn't apply to me." We hear it all the time. But are you willing to bet your practice's future on that assumption? We discuss the basics, including the most commonly overlooked aspects of the law.
“Don’t Tell My Mom”: A Guide to HIPAA Compliance for Minor Patients
September 1, 2021
What are your obligations to disclose or withhold your minor patients’ sensitive health information?
Your HIPAA Policy and Notice of Privacy Practices: How Do They Relate?
August 5, 2021
Odds are, your healthcare practice has a Notice of Privacy Practices. But do you fully understand it? Do you know its relation to your individualized HIPAA policy handbook? It’s critical to understand these two required documents.
How to Respond to a Subpoena: Tips for Healthcare Practices
April 2, 2021
How can healthcare professionals appropriately respond to subpoenas? We discuss the factors that you need to consider before taking action.
Taking Patient Files to a New Practice: Does HIPAA Prohibit It?
December 22, 2020
Practices often cite HIPAA to prevent outgoing providers from walking out of the door with patient records. Is it a valid objection?
HIPAA Right of Access: Six Reasons That Practices Get Busted
November 13, 2020
The federal government has become laser-focused on ensuring individuals’ timely access to their health records. Learn about the common ways that practices have triggered complaints that cost thousands of dollars and brought ongoing government scrutiny.
HIPAA Myths and COVID-19
August 26, 2020
During the COVID-19 pandemic, rumors about HIPAA abound. If you're confused, we offer some clarity on the most common misunderstandings.