Are you up-to-date with your HIPAA compliance? If you’re not sure, you’re probably overdue for a risk assessment. Learn why they’re vital to staying compliant and preventing costly breaches.
When the US government announced a loosening of some HIPAA requirements during the national emergency, independent healthcare practices rejoiced. But many practitioners also went overboard, misunderstanding how the notification applies—and more importantly, how it doesn’t.
What does a HIPAA compliance audit demand from you? If you pull together the right documents and data in advance, you’ll barely break your stride when the audit notification comes.
Are you prepared to respond to intrusions into your data and systems? Here are some things you’ll need to know if you experience a data breach.
It’s a common question: “I already have a Notice of Privacy Practices. Does that mean I don’t need the HIPAA policy you mentioned?” Here’s why the answer is a resounding no.
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.
Learn the ins and outs of signing electronic health records and other documents so that they comply with HIPAA and hold up in court.
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.
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.
Just because your peers feature before-and-after photos in their marketing doesn’t mean that it’s legally compliant. Learn the risks of
