Offshoring Private Health Information
May 31, 2019
Do you know how your EMR, EHR, or other vendors handle your patient information? Here’s why your data may be less protected than you think—and why the liability may rest with you.
Digital Signatures in Healthcare: Are They Truly Compliant?
May 18, 2019
Learn the ins and outs signing electronic health records and other documents so that they comply with HIPAA and hold up in court.
How to Respond to Negative Online Reviews by Patients
May 2, 2019
What should you do if a patient leaves a negative online review of your practice? Here are tips for creating a response that is thoughtful, protective of your interests, and most importantly, legally compliant.
Celebrity HIPAA Violations: Lessons from the Jussie Smollett Incident
March 19, 2019
CBS Chicago interviewed Erin Jackson of Jackson LLP to understand the actions of a hospital following a breach involving a famous patient. Media circus aside, there are important lessons for everyone in healthcare.
Does HIPAA apply to you? You might not be compliant.
December 16, 2018
"HIPAA doesn't apply to me." We hear it all the time. But are you willing to bet your practice's future and your patients' trust on that? Read on to learn compliance basics-- including some widespread misunderstandings.
Legal Risks of Sharing Patient Photos in Dermatology & Cosmetic Surgery
September 8, 2018
Just because your peers feature before-and-after photos in their marketing doesn’t mean that it’s legally compliant. Learn the risks of sharing patient photos and how you can stay on the right side of HIPAA and your...
Mouth Open, Lips Sealed: 5 Five HIPAA Tips for Dentists
August 1, 2018
Keep your dental practice HIPAA compliant by enacting policies that protect your patients’ information against data breaches. If you are a dentist, you already understand the importance of HIPAA’s mandate that you safely store and protect...
You’ve Been Served: A Mental Health Provider’s Guide to Records Requests
July 30, 2018
Received a subpoena or court order for confidential information? We untangle some of the issues around releasing your therapy patient’s records. Mental health providers engage with highly confidential health information on a daily basis. From our...
“Don’t Tell My Mom”: A Guide to HIPAA Compliance for Minor Patients
July 13, 2018
As a healthcare provider, when a minor patient approaches you and pleads, “Don’t tell my mom,” abiding by your patient’s wishes is anything but simple. In fact, HIPAA offers no protection to minors and requires healthcare...
5 Things Healthcare Providers are Doing Wrong on Social Media
July 1, 2018
Are your social media practices compliant with HIPAA and other medical privacy laws? If you’re not careful, that seemingly harmless post can land you in hot water. Avoid these five common mistakes healthcare professionals make on social...