Blue Cross Blue Shield of Montana (BCBSMT) is being investigated for potential non-compliance with Montana’s breach notification rules after a data breach resulted in the compromise of sensitive personal data and protected health information (PHI) […]
HIPAA training for pharmacy staff means teaching every workforce member how to protect protected health information during dispensing, counseling, billing, and daily customer interactions. In a pharmacy, PHI appears in patient profiles, prescriptions, insurance claims, […]
According to breach reports filed with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), November only had 32 healthcare data breaches. The average number of healthcare data breaches involving 500 or more individuals reported […]
HIPAA awareness training for business associates is mandatory under HIPAA rules because it ensures that organizations and their workforce understand how to safeguard protected health information while performing services on behalf of covered entities and […]
The best HIPAA training programs for small medical practices are online, role-aware courses that teach practical day to day privacy and security behaviors, document completion, and can be updated quickly when risks and workflows change. […]
HIPAA certification for mental health professionals is a structured way to prove you have completed formal HIPAA education and can handle protected health information with the care that clinical practice demands. What HIPAA Certification Means […]
The Mystic Valley Elder Services based in Malden, Massachusetts decided to pay $520,000 to resolve a combined class action litigation associated with a data breach in April 5, 2024. Unauthorized individuals accessed the system of […]
HIPAA certification for mental health professionals is a structured way to prove you have completed formal HIPAA education and can handle protected health information with the care that clinical practice demands. In behavioral health, privacy […]
The best online HIPAA training course for new hires is one that delivers immediate, job-ready understanding of how to protect PHI while producing clear documentation that stands up during audits and investigations. Best Online HIPAA […]
The October 2025 healthcare data breach report is late because of the government shutdown in October. The HHS’ Office for Civil Rights, did not publish any data breach reports. The shutdown concluded on November 12, […]
Insurance company Aflac based in Columbus, GA encountered a cyberattack in June 2025. The data breach report submitted on August 8, 2025 to the HHS’ Office for Civil Rights used a placeholder of 500 affected […]
The HIPAA Journal Training is the best option if your objective is HIPAA training built around real world breach scenarios rather than generic rule summaries. The HIPAA Journal Training is designed using lessons drawn from […]
Oklahoma Spine Hospital decided to pay $1,100,000 to resolve a class action lawsuit arising from a data breach in July 2024 that impacted approximately 39,000 present and past patients. The hospital discovered a potential email […]
Officials in Albemarle County, Virginia, reported the compromise of sensitive data, including protected health information (PHI), during a ransomware attack in June 2025. The cyberattack started on June 10, 2025, and was discovered the next […]
HIPAA refresher training for annual compliance is typically provided either by the organization itself using internal resources or by an external HIPAA training vendor that delivers standardized HIPAA training online. The HIPAA Journal is the […]
The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Office for Civil Rights (OCR) has released a “Dear Colleague” notice telling HIPAA-covered entities about their responsibilities under the HIPAA Privacy Law to give parents a complete […]
A judge of the California Superior Court gave preliminary approval to the settlement involving a lawsuit against Community Psychiatry Management, LLC. The mental healthcare provider, doing business as Mindpath Health, decided to settle the class […]
California-based Pomona Valley Hospital Medical Center decided to pay $600,000 to settle all claims in the Warren v. Pomona Valley Hospital Medical Center litigation. This class action lawsuit was associated with the medical center’s usage […]
HIPAA training is required at onboarding and whenever policies or procedures change, with annual refresher training widely recognized as the industry standard to maintain compliance and reinforce proper handling of protected health information. HIPAA training […]
HIPAA training for emergencies is required because emergencies increase the speed, volume, and complexity of decisions about protected health information (PHI), and staff need both core HIPAA training and additional emergency specific instruction to stay […]
The healthcare company Geisinger Health, based in Danville, Pennsylvania, and its past IT supplier Nuance Communications, Inc., decided to pay $5 million to resolve the class action litigation associated with a 2023 insider data breach […]
HIPAA training is important because it is mandated by federal regulation and is necessary to ensure the lawful handling, protection, and disclosure of protected health information by the workforce. The HIPAA Rules require Covered Entities […]
HIPAA training for emergency dispatchers is required when dispatch staff are part of a HIPAA covered entity workforce or a workforce that supports a covered entity and may access or handle protected health information during […]
Wakefield & Associates based in Knoxville, Tennessee, provides healthcare providers with revenue cycle & collections services. Recently, the vendor reported a security incident that was discovered on or about January 17, 2025. Wakefield & Associates […]
HIPAA compliance training works best when it is mandatory for all staff, delivered at onboarding and reinforced through annual refreshers and role based updates, and documented in a way that proves who was trained, when, […]
Two U.S. citizens were recently accused of conducting cyberattacks in the United States using BlackCat ransomware. Another person is alleged to be involved, although they were not a part of the indictment. The three people […]
Conduent Business Solutions, a business associate of many HIPAA-regulated entities and government institutions, suffered a data breach that brought about the exposure and likely theft of the protected health information (PHI) of over 10.5 million […]
As of October 22, 2025, OCR listed 26 data breaches involving 500 or more people on its data breach website. This is the lowest number of data breaches per month from December 2018 up to […]
HIPAA training teaches the workforce how to protect patient information in day to day work and how to follow the Privacy Rule and Security Rule requirements that apply to their roles. HIPAA training is about […]
EyeMed Vision Care has decided to settle a class action lawsuit associated with a data breach in June 2020 for $5 million. The company discovered the data breach on July 1, 2025 after noticing suspicious […]
Effective training is necessary for preventing HIPAA violations, and The HIPAA Journal Training is the most comprehensive online training available for HIPAA-Covered Entities to educate staff on privacy and security compliance. HIPAA mandates that all […]
HIPAA compliance training is required at onboarding and whenever policies or regulations change, with annual refresher training widely recognized as the industry best practice to maintain compliance and reduce the risk of violations. When a […]
Hospital Sisters Health System, a HIPAA-covered entity, settled a class action lawsuit for $7.6 million. The litigation pertains to an August 2023 cyberattack that impacted around 883,000 people. The cyberattack prompted a shutdown of computer […]
HIPAA penalties should be addressed directly in employee training so staff understand how everyday actions can lead to violations and how proper behavior protects both patients and the organization. The HIPAA Journal Training is considered […]
The cybersecurity company Netwrix reported that from March 2024 to March 2025, nearly 50% of healthcare organizations encountered one or more data incidents, including hacking incidents, ransomware attacks, or phishing attacks. Netwrix 2025 Cybersecurity Trends […]
HIPAA compliance training is the required instruction that teaches workforce members how to protect protected health information in daily work, follow an organization’s HIPAA policies and procedures, and respond correctly to privacy and security events. […]
HIPAA training for emergency healthcare workers is required when staff are part of a HIPAA covered entity workforce and handle protected health information during triage, treatment, transport, or emergency operations. Emergency departments, urgent care settings, […]
Central Valley Regional Center, based in Fresno, California, provides services to persons who have developmental handicaps. It informed patients concerning the recent leakage of paper documents that contain their personal data. There is no announcement […]
Nonprofit health system, Adena Health System, based in southern and south central Ohio, decided to pay $17.8 million to settle allegations that it illegally shared patient records with third parties when it installed tracking codes […]
HIPAA compliance guidelines for workforce training require covered entities to train their workforce on privacy and security policies and procedures that apply to their roles, document that training, and refresh training when needed, with annual […]
The number of reported healthcare data breaches in the U.S. decreased by 34.1% month-over-month, and the number of individuals impacted decreased by 44.5%. In July, HIPAA-covered entities submitted 48 reports of data breaches affecting 500 […]
Cencora & The Lash Group decided to create a $40 million fund to resolve a class action data breach lawsuit over a data breach in February 2024 that affected about 1.43 million people. Cencora, Inc., […]
New York business associate BST & Co. CPAs, LLP decided to pay the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Office for Civil Rights (OCR) a $175,000 financial penalty to settle an alleged Health Insurance […]
In April 2025, DaVita, a kidney dialysis facility, mentioned a security breach in its SEC filing, though during the time, it was uncertain how many people were affected by the theft of sensitive data. The […]
The cybersecurity company Semperis has published a new report indicating a slight decrease in ransomware attacks year-over-year. The ransomware risk report indicates that ransomware groups continue to target the healthcare industry, with 77% of organizations […]
Premier Health Partners based in Dayton, OH issued a press release on July 18, 2025, concerning a data breach first discovered about two years ago. The press release stated that Premier Health discovered suspicious activity […]
For June 2025, healthcare data breaches increased by 16.67% month-over-month, and the number of individuals who had their protected health information (PHI) exposed or impermissibly disclosed increased by 302.71% month-over-month. In June, the HHS’ Office […]
Ransomware groups have carried out many attacks on medical labs recently. These attacks can lead to considerable disruption to laboratory screening services, causing delays in diagnosis and treatment. The ransomware attack on Synnovis last June […]
Compumedics USA Inc., a company that provides sleep study clinics with its diagnostic and research technologies for sleep disorders. The company recently suffered a data security incident that impacted patients of a few healthcare company […]
OB/GYN Clinics Mid-Atlantic Women’s Care and Physicians to Women, Inc. agreed to settle a class action lawsuit associated with a data breach in April 2023. Hackers acquired access to protected health information (PHI) stored by […]
May saw 60 reports of healthcare data breaches involving 500 and up individuals submitted to the HHS’ Office for Civil Rights (OCR), a bit lower than the monthly 12-month average of 57 data breaches. This […]
The U.S. House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform is looking at the national security and privacy risks associated with the sale of genetic testing firm 23andMe. The committee hearing showed the lawmakers’ worries regarding […]
The HHS’ Office for Civil Rights (OCR) has reported reaching a settlement with Comstar, LLC regarding an alleged non-compliance with the HIPAA Security Rule’s risk analysis requirement. This is the OCR’s 9th enforcement action associated […]
Akeela Inc. offers mental health and substance use disorder treatment services in Anchorage, AK. This healthcare provider recently agreed to resolve a class action lawsuit associated with a 2023 data breach that exposed the protected […]
A big law enforcement operation has led to the shutdown of the system used for the DanaBot MaaS operation. This DanaBot banking Trojan and botnet malware is typically passed on through spam emails. It steals […]
April’s report of healthcare data breaches increased by 17.9% month-over-month, with 66 data breach reports involving 500 and up records submitted to the HHS’ Office for Civil Rights (OCR). This figure is higher than the […]
HIPAA addresses workforce training by requiring covered entities and business associates to train workforce members on the privacy and security policies and procedures that apply to their job duties, and to maintain training related documentation […]
Integrated health system Robeson Health Care Corporation, based in Pembroke, North Carolina, has decided to resolve a class action lawsuit prompted by a cyberattack in February 2023. Allegedly, hackers breached the provider’s network, compromising the […]
According to breach reports submitted to the HHS’ Office for Civil Rights (OCR), healthcare data breaches is beginning to decrease. 2024 saw an average of 61 big healthcare data breaches per month. In the last […]
Yale New Haven Health System reported a data security incident that impacted over 5.5 million people. The data breach report submitted the HHS’ Office for Civil Rights shows that the protected health information (PHI) of […]
Retina Group of Washington agreed to resolve a class action lawsuit associated with a data breach in March 2023 that resulted in the unauthorized access of the protected health information (PHI) of 455,935 persons. Retina […]
On April 7, 2025, Oracle mailed notifications to clients concerning a security incident reported in the news, stating that Oracle Cloud was not compromised. Oracle mentioned in the email notification that Oracle Cloud, also called […]
Hi-School Pharmacy, a drug store chain in Vancouver, WA has decided to resolve a class action lawsuit associated with a data breach in November 2023. The company will create a $600,000 settlement fund for class […]
A growing number of cyber actors are targeting retailers, suppliers, and software companies, exploiting vulnerabilities to gain access to their systems. According to the latest SecurityScorecard report, about 35.5% of the 2024 data breaches were […]
February saw a 36% decline in healthcare data breaches, as the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Office for Civil Rights (OCR) received 46 big healthcare data breach reports. Big data breaches refer to […]
An alert has been released concerning the Medusa ransomware-as-a-service (RaaS) group, which currently claims over 300 victims in critical infrastructure industries such as healthcare, manufacturing, and education. The group started operations in June 2021 as […]
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Office for Civil Rights (OCR) has issued the second financial penalty for 2025 to settle a HIPAA Rules violation. Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) was […]
In 2024, the healthcare sector was shaken by the Change Healthcare ransomware attack causing significant disruption to medical services throughout the country. The protected health information (PHI) of over 190 million people. As per Kroll, […]
In January, 66 big healthcare data breaches were reported by HIPAA-covered entities to the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Office for Civil Rights (OCR). In the last 12 months, the average number of […]
Berry, Dunn, McNeil & Parker, LLC (BerryDunn) opted to negotiate a class action lawsuit that claimed negligence for not stopping a data breach that impacted over 1.1 million people. BerryDunn has consented to set up […]
The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) employees were given access to HHS Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) important payment and contracting systems to find options for enhancing productivity and to determine fraud and […]
Contec Health discovered a remote code execution vulnerability along with a hidden backdoor in the software of its popular patient monitors, the Epsimed MN-120 patient monitors and Contec CMS8000 patient monitors. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security […]
The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Office for Civil Rights (OCR) only received 46 reports of data breaches involving 500 and up healthcare records in December. The small December total showed that since […]
It’s about 11 months after Change Healthcare’s network breach that resulted in the theft of data of approximately 100 million people, and encryption of files using ransomware. On January 14, 2025, Change Healthcare released information […]
OneBlood, a Florida nonprofit blood donation organization reported on July 31, 2024 that it suffered a ransomware attack. The cyberattack resulted in the shutdown of its IT systems. The organization continued to collect, test, and […]
Nebraska’s Attorney General Mike Hilgers filed a lawsuit against Change Healthcare in relation to the ransomware attack it experienced on February 11, 2024. Change Healthcare had been targeted by a BlackCat/ALPHV ransomware group affiliate, who […]
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics has released its results of the 2023 National Census of Fatal Occupational Injuries. According to the census, workplace fatalities declined by 3.7% year-over-year. In 2023, 5,283 workplace fatalities occurred […]
In November 2024, healthcare data breaches increased by 15.3% month-over-month. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office for Civil Rights (OCR) received 68 data breach reports involving 500 and up healthcare records. This […]
The data of hundreds of thousands of residents in Rhode Island were stolen during a cyberattack on the Rhode Island Bridges system. State residents use this online portal to get social services and medical insurance. […]
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Office for Civil Rights (OCR) opted to resolve the alleged HIPAA Privacy and Security Law violations with Inmediata Health Group, a healthcare clearinghouse in Puerto Rico. […]
In October, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Office for Civil Rights received 57 reports of healthcare data breaches involving 500 and up records. Data breaches increased by 62.9% month-over-month from 35 […]
In April 2024, Signature Health mental health treatment facility based in Maple Heights, Ohio had an incident where a patient attacked a nurse. The patient continuously stabbed the staff using a knife he carried into […]
In July 2024, a federal jury found 34-year-old Trent James Russell guilty of unlawful access to the health data of Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg when he was working as the coordinator of an […]
The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Office for Civil Rights (OCR) currently focuses its enforcement initiative on implementing the risk analysis requirements of the Security Management Standard under the HIPAA Security Law. OCR […]
The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Office for Civil Rights (OCR) made a decision regarding its investigation of a South Dakota plastic surgery practice’s ransomware attack. This is the sixth ransomware investigation by […]
The number of healthcare data breaches in September is the lowest since May 2020. Only 34 data breach reports involving 500 and up records were submitted to the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) […]
Censys, a company that provides an Internet intelligence platform for threat hunting and attack surface management, discovered thousands of IP addresses that leak medical devices and systems online, 49% of which are from the United […]
Cybercriminals are taking advantage of a critical vulnerability with a CVSS severity score of 9.8 identified in Veeam Backup & Replication software. The software is designed for data backup and recovery across virtual, physical, and […]
A critical vulnerability tracked as CVE-2024-45519 with a CVSS base score of 9.8, has been identified in Zimbra’s email servers, exposing the servers to remote code execution and full server compromise. Exploiting the vulnerability allows […]
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has addressed growing concerns regarding its proposal on the Emergency Response Standard and the potential challenges it could present for volunteer fire departments. Because of terrorist incidents, major […]
The number of large healthcare data breaches in August slightly increased. There were 49 data breaches involving 500 or more healthcare records reported to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Office for […]
A recent American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) meeting discussed the growing number of citations and sanctions against nurses for their Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) violations while providing care. Discussions also […]
Acadian Ambulance Service based in Louisiana is sending notifications to individuals impacted by a cyberattack and data breach. According to the Daixin Team, they had stolen 10 million unique records from the private ambulance service. […]
Yes, Outlook can be HIPAA compliant if used with Microsoft 365’s HIPAA-compliant plans, configured with proper security settings, and covered by a signed Business Associate Agreement (BAA). Outlook can be HIPAA compliant if configured properly and […]
Large healthcare data breaches have reached an 18-month low after going down for the fourth consecutive month. In July 2024, 43 breach reports involving 500 and up records were submitted to the U.S. Department of […]
In the cybersecurity newsletter published in August 2024, OCR emphasized that physical security measures like facility access controls, are important for HIPAA Security Rule compliance. HIPAA-regulated entities should not treat these measures as mere tasks […]
Indiana Attorney General Todd Rokita has filed a privacy lawsuit against IU Health and its Associates for alleged violations of the Indiana Deceptive Consumer Sales Act and the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). […]
Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader of Ginsburg found an organ transplant coordinator guilty of unlawfully accessing medical information and removing proof but was found not guilty on the charge of posting a copy of the […]
A data breach’s average cost has increased to $4.88 million; critical infrastructure entities have the highest breach costs. The most expensive breaches involved healthcare companies. Healthcare data breach costs dropped by 10.6% year-over-year with 2023’s […]
The National Community Pharmacists Association (NCPA) and about 3 dozen healthcare companies in 22 U.S. states filed a lawsuit against Optum, Change Healthcare, and UnitedHealth Group related to its ransomware attack and data security breach […]
In June 2024, 47 data breaches involving 500 and up healthcare records were reported to the HHS’ Office for Civil Rights (OCR). This is the lowest number of breaches from October 2023 to date. Data […]
The debt collection company Financial Business and Consumer Solutions (FBCS) recently informed the Maine Attorney General that a February 2024 breach that was earlier reported as impacting 1,955,385 persons has more than doubled the number […]
The prosthetics and orthotics firm based in Jackson, TN known as Human Technology Inc., and its associates Murphy’s Orthopedic & Footcare, Greer Orthotics & Prosthetics, and Hi-Tech Prosthetics & Orthotics were impacted by a data […]
Pennsylvania revised its data breach notification regulation, limiting the meaning of personal information, including the need to alert the state Attorney General, and the provision of credit monitoring services to victims of data breaches victims […]
The U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has recommended the first federal workplace heat standard to safeguard millions of people in America from the health threats connected with exposure to intense […]
The number of reported healthcare data breaches dropped to its lowest for the second month since October 2023. May had 51 data breaches with 500 and up breached healthcare records reported to OCR. This number […]
SecurityScorecard gave the U.S. healthcare industry a B+ rating for cybersecurity during the first 6 months of 2024. This indicates that the industry is doing better in spite of the reported major breaches, including the […]
Medication benefits management service provider A&A Services, also known as Sav-Rx, is facing a class action lawsuit because of a data breach that occurred in October 2023 affecting 2.8 million people. On or about October […]
In 2022, a hacker accessed Medibank’s system, stole the personal and health data of 9.7 million people, and exposed the stolen files on the dark web. This Australian health insurance company has confirmed the ransomware […]
Adventist Health has just reported that an unauthorized individual accessed the protected health information (PHI) of over 70,000 patients of Adventist Health Tulare in California. The security incident happened at its business associate, Signature Performance, […]
Sharing patient stories is a HIPAA violation if the story includes Protected Health Information (PHI) that directly or indirectly identifies the patient without obtaining their explicit written authorization, as required under the Health Insurance Portability […]
The Health Sector Cyber Initiative of the Biden administration has partnered with Microsoft and Google to give critical access and rural hospitals free and discounted cybersecurity services. In 2023, the healthcare industry experienced more ransomware […]
In July 2023, the LockBit ransomware group listed Panorama Eyecare on its data leak website and noted to have stolen 798 GB of files from the doctor-led management services provider based in Fort Collins, CO. […]
The HHS Health Sector Cybersecurity Coordination Center has provided a guide on handling Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attacks including recommendations for avoiding and confining the seriousness of DDoS attacks and tips for responding to […]
The Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health suffered a phishing attack that allowed unauthorized access to the email account of an employee resulting in the compromise of protected health information (PHI) for 1,598 individuals. […]
The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) included a critical vulnerability identified in the NextGen Healthcare Mirth Connect remote code execution to its Known Exploited Vulnerability (KEV) Catalog. Mirth Connect is a free software integration […]
The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Health Sector Cybersecurity Coordination Center (HC3) issued an alert warning the healthcare and public health (HPH) sector against business email compromise (BEC) attacks. This kind of spear […]
Healthcare data breaches dropped by 43% month-over-month. There were 54 data breaches involving 500 and up records reported to the HHS’ Office for Civil Rights. The reported number of breaches this April is the lowest […]
PHI Compromised in Redwood Coast Regional Center Cyberattack Social services organization Redwood Coast Regional Center based in Ukiah, CA offers services and assistance to children and adults who have developmental handicaps. It recently submitted a […]
Federal Judge Dismisses CommonSpirit Health Data Breach Lawsuit Due to Not Enough Standing A federal court judge decided to dismiss a class action lawsuit versus CommonSpririt Health regarding its 2022 data breach because of the […]
March had 93 healthcare data breach reports involving 500 or more records submitted to the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Office for Civil Rights (OCR). The number of breaches increased by 50% from […]
OctaPharma Plasma Donation Centers Closed While Investigating Ransomware Attack The Swiss pharmaceutical provider, Octapharma Plasma, experienced a cyberattack that impacted the systems at 190 plasma donation centers located in 35 U.S. states. Those donation centers […]
MedData Pays $7 Million to Resolve Class Action Data Breach Lawsuit Revenue cycle management company MedData based in Spring, TX consented to pay $7 million to resolve a class action lawsuit associated with the breach […]
Seattle Children’s Hospital Website Tracking Technology Lawsuit Dismissed with Prejudice A Washington court dismissed with prejudice the class action lawsuit filed against Seattle Children’s Hospital (SCH) concerning its usage of pixels and other tracking technologies […]
Yes, HIPAA applies to video recording patients if the recording is created, maintained, or transmitted by a covered entity or business associate in relation to healthcare operations, treatment, or payment, as it qualifies as protected […]
The number of healthcare data breaches reported to the Department of Health and Human Services’ Office for Civil Rights (OCR) in February dropped with 59 data breaches involving 500 and up records reported. The breaches […]
Senator Mark R. Warner (D-VA) presented new legislation that will approve advance and faster payments to healthcare companies in case of a cyberattack. The new legislation was prompted by the ransomware attack on Change Healthcare, […]
The Department of Health and Human Services’ Office for Civil Rights (OCR) has released updates on the guidance for entities covered by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) about online tracking technologies. The […]
NSA Releases Guidance on Implementing Zero Trust to Restrict Lateral Movement The National Security Agency (NSA) has released guidance on implementing zero trust security to restrict lateral movement inside a network when a threat actor […]
The 18 PHI identifiers under HIPAA are: names, geographic data smaller than a state, dates (except year), phone numbers, fax numbers, email addresses, Social Security numbers, medical record numbers, health plan beneficiary numbers, account numbers, […]
The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has reported the Blackcat ransomware attack on UnitedHealth Group-managed Change Healthcare in February 2024. The attack affected over 100 of Change Healthcare’s systems, which subsequently impacted the […]
Feds Alerts Healthcare Industry Concerning ALPHV/Blackcat Ransomware Group A joint cybersecurity notification was given by the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), and the Department of Health and Human […]
Ransomware Attack on Maryland Psychotherapy Provider Ended in HIPAA Penalty The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Office for Civil Rights (OCR) resolved the supposed Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) violations with […]
January had 61 data breach reports involving 500 and up records submitted to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Office for Civil Rights (OCR), a 22% month-over-month decrease in reported data breaches. […]
California AG Accepts $5 Million Settlement with Quest Diagnostics Concerning Improper Disposal of Waste and Patient Information California Attorney General Rob Bonta has reported that a $5 million settlement with Quest Diagnostics has been approved […]
HIPAA does not apply to entities that do not handle protected health information (PHI), such as life insurers, employers (in most contexts), workers’ compensation programs, and educational institutions covered by FERPA. While many organizations in […]
Singing River Health System has reported the compromise of the PHI of 253,000 patients due to a ransomware attack in August 2023. Data breach reports from Fincantieri Marine Group, Highlands Oncology Group, Family Healthcare, and […]
Class action lawsuits had been filed against ESO Solutions because of a recently announced cyberattack and data breach that impacted just about 2.7 million people. The data breach affected sensitive data like names, contact details, […]
November’s reported breaches involving 500 and up healthcare records increased by 45% with 61 big data breaches reported to the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Office for Civil Rights (OCR). For the 2023 […]
Liberty Hospital based in Kansas City is dealing with a cyberattack that has upset its IT systems. The cyberattack was discovered on December 19, 2023, and it was decided to reroute ambulances to other hospitals […]
Proliance Surgeons Faces Lawsuit Over Ransomware Attack and Data Breach Surgery group Proliance Surgeons based in Seattle, Washington is facing a class action lawsuit due to a recently reported ransomware attack and data breach that […]
CarePointe ENT Resolves HIPAA Lawsuit with Indiana Attorney General At the end of September 2023, Indiana Attorney General Todd Rokita submitted a lawsuit against CarePointe ENT involving a ransomware attack that resulted in a data […]
Longhorn Imaging Center Data Breach South Austin Health Imaging LLC, dba Longhorn Imaging Center based in Austin, TX, has just reported a case of hacking to the HHS’ Office for Civil Rights indicating that 100,643 […]
October saw a drop in the number of reported data breaches involving 500 or more healthcare records. Only 40 data breaches were reported by HIPAA-regulated entities in October, making the 12-month average of 54 breaches […]
About 9 million patients were impacted by a cyberattack on Perry Johnson & Associates. This transcription service provider’s data breach is the second-biggest healthcare data breach this 2023 and it is the 6th biggest healthcare […]
Doctors’ Management Services to Pay OCR $100,000 to Settle HIPAA Probe The HHS’ Office for Civil Rights (OCR) has agreed to accept $100,000 from Doctors’ Management Services to settle a ransomware attack and data breach […]
Brooklyn Premier Orthopedics (BPO) based in New York has reported the potential access and theft of the protected health information (PHI) of 48,459 patients in a recent cyberattack. As per BPO’s breach notice dated October […]
Healthcare data privacy improved in September with the least reported healthcare data breaches since February 2023. There were 48 data breaches involving 500 and up records reported to the HHS’ Office for Civil Rights (OCR) […]
Patient confidentiality under HIPAA can be broken in situations mandated by law, for public health reporting, to prevent serious threats to health or safety, or with the patient’s written authorization. Patient confidentiality is a core ethical […]
The Medicare and Medicaid plan provider, CareSource, based in Dayton, OH is facing multiple class action lawsuits associated with a cyberattack that resulted in a data breach. The Clop ransomware group took advantage of a […]
Healthcare data breaches in August increased by 21.4% month-over-month. There were 68 data breaches involving 500 or more records that were reported to the HHS’ Office for Civil Rights. August is now the second-worst month […]
284K Oak Valley Hospital District Patients Affected By Cyberattack Oak Valley Hospital District in Oakdale, CA, has recently informed 283,629 patients concerning the exposure of their sensitive information due to a cybersecurity incident. The hospital […]
TikTok’s $368 Million Penalty for Child Privacy Violations The Irish Data Protection Commission (DPC) has reported that it finally made a decision regarding its inquiry into TikTok. It imposed a financial penalty of €345 million […]
Two Class Action Lawsuits Filed Against CentroMed Over 350,000-Record Data Breach El Centro Del Barrio, doing business as CentroMed in San Antonio, TX, is dealing with two class action lawsuits because of a cyberattack in […]
Fashion merchant Forever 21 has informed the Maine Attorney General about a data breach wherein the health plan information of 539,207 present and past employees was compromised. Forever 21 sent breach notification letters to all […]
HIPAA generally does not apply to school nurses when student health records are maintained by the school as part of its educational records, because such records are covered by the Family Educational Rights and Privacy […]
Potential HIPAA Right of Access Violation Resolved for $80,000 The UnitedHealthcare Insurance Company (UHIC) agreed to pay $80,000 to resolve an alleged inability to give prompt access to Protected Health Information (PHI). The voluntary settlement […]
Reported data breaches in July dropped by 15.2% with 56 breaches involving 500 and up records reported to the HHS OCR making July just an average month in terms of data breaches. In the last […]
1.2 Million Record Data Breach Results in Tampa General Hospital Lawsuit Tampa General Hospital (TGH) is getting sued for a data breach wherein hackers acquired access to the sensitive information of about 1.2 million individuals. […]
As per the Department of Health and Human Services Office for Civil Rights (OCR) breach website, there is a 12% month-over-month decrease in the number of healthcare data breaches involving 500 and up records. HIPAA-covered […]
The key provisions of the HIPAA law include ensuring the privacy and security of PHI, setting national standards for electronic health care transactions and code sets, establishing unique identifiers for health care providers and health […]
HIPAA violations can result in severe consequences and penalties, including civil fines ranging from $100 to $50,000 per violation, criminal penalties leading to imprisonment of up to ten years for willful neglect, reputational damage, loss […]
For professionals in healthcare, adding HIPAA certification to their resume not only demonstrates compliance but also underlines their commitment to upholding the highest standards of privacy and professionalism. Integrating your HIPAA certification into your CV […]
The HITECH Act was enacted to promote the adoption and meaningful use of electronic health records (EHRs) in the healthcare industry, improve the security and privacy of health information, enhance healthcare quality, and stimulate the […]
HIPAA penalties for improper disposal of records can result in fines, ranging from $100 to $50,000 per violation depending on the level of negligence, up to an annual maximum of $1.5 million for each category […]
The HIPAA law impacts business associates by holding them directly accountable for safeguarding PHI they handle on behalf of covered entities, requiring them to sign a Business Associate Agreement (BAA) with covered entities outlining their […]
PHI stands for Protected Health Information, which refers to any individually identifiable health information that is collected, created, or transmitted in relation to healthcare services and is protected by privacy and security regulations. PHI is […]
In the event of a healthcare data breach leading to a potential violation of the HIPAA, it is necessary for the covered entity or business associate involved to promptly assess the breach’s extent and nature, […]
Good Samaritan Hospital Resolves Class Action Data Breach Lawsuit Good Samaritan Hospital located in San Jose, CA, has decided to resolve a class action lawsuit that was submitted because of a data breach that compromised […]
A breach of HIPAA compliance occurs when there is an unauthorized acquisition, access, use, or disclosure of PHI that compromises the security or privacy of an individual’s health data, whether intentional or unintentional and violates […]
The HIPAA law guidelines for patient rights in mental health include the right to access and request amendments to their mental health records, the right to obtain a written notice of privacy practices, the right […]
To report HIPAA violations effectively, gather all relevant information about the incident, including the date, time, location, people involved, and nature of the violation, ensure that the organization is compliant with any internal reporting procedures, […]
HIPAA was enacted on August 21, 1996, as a federal law in the United States, with the primary aim of improving healthcare portability, ensuring health insurance coverage for individuals transitioning between jobs, and establishing comprehensive […]
May 2023 was notably bad with regard to healthcare data breaches. There were 75 data breaches involving 500 and up healthcare records reported to the HHS’ Office for Civil Rights (OCR). Month-over-month, May’s reported data […]
Under HIPAA law, patients have the right to access their medical records, request corrections to those records, control how their PHI is shared, be informed about privacy practices, file complaints regarding privacy violations, and receive […]
HIPAA penalties for improper access controls can include civil monetary fines ranging from $100 to $50,000 per violation, depending on the level of negligence, with an annual maximum penalty of $1.5 million for repeated or […]
A hospital can maintain HIPAA compliance by implementing strict administrative, physical, and technical safeguards, such as conducting regular risk assessments, providing staff training on privacy and security policies, encrypting electronic protected health information (ePHI), maintaining […]
When handling HIPAA compliance breaches effectively, promptly assess the extent and nature of the breach, mitigate potential harm to individuals affected, notify the appropriate parties and authorities in accordance with HIPAA regulations, conduct a thorough […]
The HIPAA law protects against genetic information discrimination by prohibiting health insurance companies and employers from using genetic information for underwriting purposes, ensuring that individuals’ genetic data is kept confidential and preventing discrimination based on […]
The penalties for HIPAA violations can range from civil fines of $100 to $50,000 per violation, with an annual maximum of $1.5 million, and criminal penalties can lead to fines of up to $250,000 and […]
TimisoaraHackerTeam Ransomware Group Connected to New Attack on U.S. Cancer Center There is an alert concerning a somewhat unknown threat group referred to as TimisoaraHackerTeam after a new attack on a U.S. healthcare center. TimisoaraHackerTeam […]
Yes, a business can be fined for not having HIPAA compliance, as the HIPAA mandates that covered entities and business associates within the healthcare industry must implement appropriate safeguards to protect the privacy and security […]
In the event of HIPAA violations in employee access control, the organization should promptly investigate and document the incident, mitigate any potential harm or risks to the affected individuals, implement corrective measures, conduct retraining for […]
HIPAA compliance in mental health refers to adhering to the regulations outlined in HIPAA to ensure the protection and privacy of patient’s sensitive health information, including psychiatric and psychological records, during storage, transmission, and handling […]
Patient Information Potentially Lost Because of Mercy Medical Center – Clinton Cyberattack Mercy Medical Center – Clinton has advised 20,865 patients concerning a security incident that impacted its system. It discovered the security breach on […]
To address HIPAA compliance in a pandemic, healthcare organizations must ensure the continued protection of patient information by implementing secure remote work protocols, conducting staff training on handling sensitive data in telehealth services, maintaining proper […]
To address HIPAA violations in cloud computing, organizations must ensure they have strict security measures in place, conduct regular risk assessments and audits of their cloud infrastructure, implement encryption and access controls, train staff on […]
In HIPAA, TPO stands for “Treatment, Payment, and Healthcare Operations.” TPO represents a critical concept within HIPAA regulations that defines the permissible uses and disclosures of protected health information (PHI) for specific purposes related to […]
The purpose of HIPAA is to protect the privacy and security of individuals’ health information, ensure the portability of health insurance coverage, standardize electronic transactions in healthcare, and establish regulatory standards for the safeguarding of […]
The HIPAA law guidelines for electronic communications mandate that healthcare providers and related entities must implement appropriate safeguards to protect patients’ PHI when transmitting it electronically, ensuring secure access controls, encryption, audit trails, and integrity […]
A violation of HIPAA compliance occurs when protected health information (PHI) is accessed, used, disclosed, or handled in a manner that does not adhere to the privacy and security regulations outlined in the HIPAA, potentially […]
New StopRansomware Guide Published by CISA & Partners The StopRansomware Guide has an updated version published including additional recommendations about things to do to minimize the threat of ransomware attacks. This guide is a one-stop […]
When choosing HIPAA compliance software, consider factors such as security measures, encryption protocols, audit logging capabilities, staff training features, scalability, regular updates, customer support, and affordability to ensure it meets your organization’s specific needs and […]
HIPAA is enforced by the Office for Civil Rights (OCR), which operates under the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and is responsible for investigating complaints, conducting audits, and imposing penalties for violations […]
To prevent HIPAA violations in healthcare, ensure staff training on privacy policies, implement robust electronic security measures, maintain strict access controls, encrypt sensitive data, conduct regular audits, promote a culture of confidentiality, and promptly address […]
HIPAA compliance requirements for data storage include implementing physical, technical, and administrative safeguards to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of PHI, such as using encryption, access controls, audit logs, and regularly conducting risk assessments […]
The HIPAA Privacy Rule is a federal regulation that establishes standards for the protection of individuals’ medical records and other personal health information held by covered entities, ensuring privacy rights, controlling the use and disclosure […]
The HIPAA law addresses data breaches by requiring covered entities and business associates to implement safeguards to protect individually identifiable health information, notifying affected individuals and the Secretary of Health and Human Services in the […]
The HIPAA law implications for healthcare compliance involve ensuring the protection and privacy of patients’ health information, requiring covered entities and business associates to implement administrative, physical, and technical safeguards, conducting regular risk assessments, providing […]
When HIPAA is violated, the consequences can include financial penalties, legal actions, reputational damage, loss of patient trust, potential criminal charges, and the requirement to implement corrective actions to address the violation and prevent future […]
To ensure HIPAA compliance in healthcare, implement security measures such as conducting regular risk assessments, providing staff training on privacy practices, implementing strict access controls, using encrypted communication for patient data, maintaining audit trails, and […]
Theft of Harvard Pilgrim Health Care Member Data During Ransomware Attack Point32Health, the second-biggest health insurance company in Massachusetts, reported in April 2023 that it encountered a ransomware attack that triggered system breakdowns, which include […]
The HIPAA violation penalties for unauthorized disclosure can range from $100 to $50,000 per violation, with a maximum annual penalty of $1.5 million, depending on the level of negligence and intent behind the violation, and […]
Business associates under HIPAA are required to implement and maintain appropriate safeguards to protect the privacy and security of PHI, conduct regular risk assessments, ensure compliance with the HIPAA Privacy Rule, Security Rule, and Breach […]
Criminal penalties for violations of the HIPAA can range from a minimum fine of $50,000 and up to one year in prison for knowingly obtaining or disclosing PHI without authorization, to a maximum fine of […]
To educate staff about HIPAA compliance effectively, utilize an in-depth approach that includes conducting regular training sessions, workshops, and online courses covering the relevant privacy and security policies, procedures, and legal requirements, offering real-life case […]
The number of reported healthcare data breaches dropped by 17.5% as 52 cases involving 500 or more data files were reported to the HHS’ Office for Civil Rights (OCR). This number is below the 12-month […]
HIPAA compliance software refers to specialized digital tools and platforms designed to assist healthcare organizations in adhering to HIPAA regulations by facilitating the secure storage, transmission, and management of PHI, ensuring privacy and security measures, […]
The HIPAA law protects against identity theft by establishing privacy and security rules for healthcare providers and insurers, requiring them to safeguard individuals’ PHI, implement secure electronic transactions, and conduct risk assessments to prevent unauthorized […]
HIPAA compliance guidelines for data privacy include safeguarding PHI by implementing administrative, physical, and technical security measures, ensuring patient consent for data disclosure, providing training to employees on privacy practices, conducting regular risk assessments, and […]
To prevent HIPAA violations in data transmission, ensure that all data is encrypted during transmission, utilize secure and authorized channels for communication, implement access controls to limit data access to authorized personnel only, regularly update […]
HIPAA compliance risk assessments are evaluations conducted by covered entities and business associates to identify potential vulnerabilities, threats, and weaknesses in the handling of PHI, ensuring that appropriate safeguards and measures are in place to […]
OCR Issues $350,000 Penalty to Arkansas Business Associate for Impermissible ePHI Disclosure The HHS’ Office for Civil Rights (OCR) has reached a settlement with regards to the Arkansas business associate HIPAA investigation involving the impermissible […]
Entities that are required to be HIPAA compliant include healthcare providers, health plans, healthcare clearinghouses, and any business associates that handle PHI on behalf of covered entities, all of which must adhere to HIPAA law […]
The consequences of HIPAA violations can include civil penalties ranging from $100 to $50,000 per violation, with a maximum annual penalty of $1.5 million, criminal penalties leading to fines up to $250,000 and imprisonment for […]
HIPAA was implemented to safeguard the privacy and security of individuals’ health information while ensuring the seamless transfer of health insurance coverage and promoting administrative efficiency in the healthcare industry. Its implementation aims to address […]
No, email is not inherently covered under HIPAA compliance, as it depends on the context and how it is used within a healthcare organization. However, if email contains PHI and is used for transmitting or […]
The role of HIPAA compliance in data encryption is to ensure the protection and privacy of sensitive healthcare information by mandating that covered entities and business associates implement robust encryption measures to safeguard ePHI during […]
The HIPAA law requirements for healthcare data storage mandate that covered entities and business associates must implement appropriate administrative, physical, and technical safeguards to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of ePHI, including secure data […]
HIPAA compliance affects digital health apps by imposing strict regulations and standards for the handling and safeguarding of PHI, requiring app developers to implement strong security measures, obtain explicit patient consent, ensure secure data transmission […]
The HIPAA violation consequences for non-compliant software can include civil penalties ranging from $100 to $50,000 per violation, depending on the level of negligence, with an annual maximum of $1.5 million, as well as potential […]
Pittsburgh Counselor Pays $15,000 Penalty for HIPAA Right of Access Violation The HHS’ Office for Civil Rights reported its 44th enforcement action associated with the HIPAA Right of Access initiative. David Mente, MA, LPC, a […]
Documenting HIPAA compliance involves creating and maintaining records of all privacy and security policies and procedures, risk assessments, training materials, breach incident reports, Business Associate Agreements, and ongoing compliance audits, ensuring they are up-to-date and […]
To perform a HIPAA compliance risk assessment, follow these steps: 1) Identify all systems, processes, and data involved in handling PHI; 2) Conduct a thorough analysis of potential threats and vulnerabilities that could lead to […]
To report HIPAA violations and minimize potential penalties, gather comprehensive documentation of the violation, including dates, parties involved, and any evidence, then promptly report the incident to the appropriate authorities, such as the Office for […]
HIPAA compliance affects medical billing by imposing strict regulations on the privacy and security of patients’ PHI, requiring healthcare providers to implement necessary safeguards, electronic data interchange standards, and secure transmission methods to protect patient […]
HIPAA law requires healthcare providers to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of PHI, implement administrative, physical, and technical safeguards to protect PHI, appoint a privacy officer, provide training to employees regarding privacy practices, obtain […]
Handling HIPAA violations in healthcare organizations involves identifying and mitigating the breach, conducting an internal investigation to determine the extent of the violation, notifying affected individuals and relevant authorities as required by law, implementing corrective […]
Mailing Error at CMS Vendor Impacts 10,000 Medicare Beneficiaries The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has began informing a number of Medicaid beneficiaries regarding an impermissible disclosure of their protected health information (PHI) […]
The HIPAA law requirements for healthcare data transmission mandate that covered entities must implement appropriate safeguards to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of ePHI during its transmission, including using encryption and secure communication protocols […]
To implement HIPAA compliance policies in healthcare, healthcare organizations must establish administrative, technical, and physical safeguards, including conducting risk assessments, ensuring staff training and awareness of privacy and security practices, implementing secure electronic health record […]
HIPAA penalties for unauthorized disclosures of PHI can vary based on the level of negligence, ranging from $100 to $50,000 per violation or record, with a maximum annual penalty of $1.5 million, depending on the […]
Monthly data breach reports include data breaches involving 500 and up records that were reported each month to the Department of Health and Human Services’ Office for Civil Rights (OCR). The monthly reports show the […]
To handle HIPAA compliance in remote working environments, ensure that employees receive proper training on data security and privacy, implement secure communication channels and encrypted devices for transmitting PHI, establish access controls and multifactor authentication, […]
A HIPAA compliance form, also known as the Notice of Privacy Practices (NPP), is a document required by HIPAA that outlines how PHI will be used and disclosed by a healthcare provider or entity, informing […]
The consequences for unauthorized access under the HIPAA may include civil penalties ranging from $100 to $50,000 per violation, with an annual maximum of $1.5 million, and potential criminal penalties leading to fines up to […]
Technology companies can meet HIPAA compliance by implementing strict security measures such as encryption, access controls, audit trails, and data backups; conducting regular risk assessments and vulnerability scans; training employees on privacy and security protocols; […]
The HIPAA law impacts healthcare research by establishing strict privacy and security regulations for PHI, requiring researchers to obtain patient consent and implement necessary safeguards to ensure confidentiality, which can both facilitate and present challenges […]
To ensure HIPAA compliance in telemedicine, healthcare providers must implement secure communication channels, use encrypted platforms for data transmission, conduct regular risk assessments, enforce strong access controls and user authentication measures, provide staff training on […]
109K-Record Data Breach at Online Alcohol Counseling Service Provider Alcohol addiction and treatment service provider Monument Inc. based in New York recently informed about 109,000 persons regarding an impermissible disclosure of their personal data and […]
The HIPAA law defines protected health information as any individually identifiable health information held or transmitted by a covered entity or business associate, including demographic data, medical history, test results, insurance information, and any other […]
Addressing HIPAA violations in data storage practices requires implementing secure and encrypted storage systems, conducting regular risk assessments, ensuring proper access controls and user authentication mechanisms, providing staff training on HIPAA regulations, promptly reporting and […]
In the last 12 months, there is an increase in ransomware and phishing attacks on companies. Costs related to such attacks also increased. According to IBM Security, in 2022, the data breach average cost is […]
As of September 2021, there are no latest updates from official sources such as the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) or reputable legal websites, which ensures you have the most current information […]
The penalties for not maintaining HIPAA compliance can include fines ranging from $100 to $50,000 per violation, with an annual maximum of $1.5 million for each violation category, as well as possible criminal charges leading […]
The HIPAA law impacts healthcare technology by establishing strict regulations and standards for the privacy and security of patients’ PHI, requiring healthcare providers and technology vendors to implement safeguards, secure data storage, and transmission, conduct […]
The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) is a data protection regulation in the European Union that focuses on safeguarding personal data of EU residents, covering a wide range of data processing activities and providing individuals […]
The HIPAA treatment exception allows covered entities to use and disclose protected health information (PHI) without patient authorization for purposes directly related to treatment, including the provision, coordination, or management of healthcare and related services […]
To check for HIPAA compliance, ensure that all necessary administrative, technical, and physical safeguards are in place to protect the confidentiality and availability of protected health information (PHI), conduct regular risk assessments, implement appropriate policies […]
To prevent HIPAA violations in electronic communications, healthcare organizations must implement encryption and secure transmission methods, train their staff on privacy policies and procedures, implement access controls and authentication measures, regularly audit and monitor communications […]
The role of the HIPAA law in healthcare organizations is to safeguard and protect patient’s sensitive health information by establishing privacy and security standards, ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of health data, and providing […]
In the event of a HIPAA breach, handling penalties involves promptly assessing the breach’s extent and potential harm, mitigating further risks, notifying affected individuals and the relevant authorities as required, conducting a thorough investigation, implementing […]
Lawsuits Increase Against DC Health Link Because of Congress Members’ Data Breach Online medical insurance marketplace, DC Health Link, is facing no less than two class action lawsuits over a hacking incident that affected 56,415 […]
Technology impacts HIPAA compliance by both enabling better security measures for safeguarding PHI through encryption, access controls, and audit logs, and also presenting new challenges as healthcare providers adopt electronic health records, telemedicine, and mobile […]
The HIPAA law guidelines for healthcare marketing require that healthcare providers obtain patient authorization before using or disclosing their PHI for marketing purposes, provide clear notice to patients about how their PHI will be used […]
There are various tools available for HIPAA compliance management, including but not limited to, HIPAA compliance software platforms like HIPAA risk assessment tools, compliance management systems, secure messaging and communication platforms, data encryption and security […]
The HIPAA violation requirements for risk management include conducting regular risk assessments, implementing appropriate security measures to safeguard PHI, training employees on security protocols, establishing incident response procedures, and promptly reporting and mitigating any breaches […]
The HIPAA violation penalties for privacy breaches can range from $100 to $50,000 per incident depending on the level of negligence, with a maximum annual penalty of $1.5 million for violations of the same provision, […]
Over the past three months, the number of healthcare data breach reports has remained somewhat the same. February just had a little increase in breaches with 43 data breaches involving at least 500 records reported […]
To achieve HIPAA compliance, a business must implement administrative, physical, and technical safeguards such as conducting a risk assessment, developing and enforcing policies and procedures, providing employee training, ensuring secure transmission and storage of PHI, […]
HIPAA compliance requirements for employers include ensuring that employee health information is protected and kept confidential, implementing appropriate administrative, physical, and technical safeguards to safeguard this data, providing employees with privacy training, obtaining written authorizations […]
No, HIPAA compliance is not applicable internationally as it is a United States law that primarily governs the privacy, security, and portability of PHI within the U.S. healthcare system. HIPAA was enacted by the U.S. […]
The HIPAA law regulates electronic health records by setting strict privacy and security standards, requiring covered entities to implement administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect patients’ PHI, ensuring individuals’ rights to access and control […]
A HIPAA compliance certificate is a document issued to healthcare organizations or entities that confirms their adherence to HIPAA regulations, demonstrating their commitment to safeguarding and protecting patients’ sensitive health information and ensuring the confidentiality, […]
To ensure HIPAA compliance during data sharing, it is necessary to implement rigorous security measures such as encryption, access controls, and auditing protocols, conduct regular risk assessments, obtain signed business associate agreements with all parties […]
HIPAA compliance standards are a set of legal regulations and requirements established to safeguard the privacy, security, and confidentiality of PHI by healthcare providers, health plans, and relevant entities, ensuring they implement necessary administrative, technical, […]
3,100 Patients Records Impermissibly Viewed by Beacon Health System Employee Beacon Health System (BHS) based in South Bend, IN reported that an employee accessed the health records of 3,117 patients without valid work reason. BHS […]
The HIPAA law addresses patient access to medical records by granting individuals the right to request and obtain copies of their health information from covered entities, such as healthcare providers and health plans, within 30 […]
To conduct a HIPAA compliance audit effectively, thoroughly review and assess all aspects of the organization’s privacy and security policies, procedures, and practices, ensuring adherence to HIPAA regulations, identify potential vulnerabilities and risks, gather evidence […]
To conduct a HIPAA violation risk assessment, start by evaluating all systems and processes that handle PHI, identify potential vulnerabilities and threats, assess current security measures and controls in place, analyze potential impact and likelihood […]
To report HIPAA violations anonymously, you can contact the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office for Civil Rights through their online complaint portal, mail, or fax, providing as much detailed information as possible […]
HIPAA law guidelines for patient authorization require that individuals provide written consent for the use or disclosure of their PHI, specifying the information to be released, the purpose of the disclosure, the entities involved, the […]
HIPAA is a federal law in the United States that safeguards the privacy and security of individuals’ sensitive health information, ensuring its confidentiality, integrity, and availability, while also promoting the efficient exchange of healthcare data […]
HIPAA benefits patients by ensuring the privacy and security of their health information, fostering trust in healthcare providers, empowering individuals to have greater control over their own medical data, and promoting better coordination of care […]
As of September 2021, the HIPAA violation fines for security breaches can vary based on the level of negligence, the extent of harm caused, and the number of affected individuals, with penalties ranging from $100 […]
Non-compliance with the HIPAA law may result in civil penalties ranging from $100 to $50,000 per violation, with a maximum annual penalty of $1.5 million, and in severe cases, criminal penalties leading to fines up […]
HIPAA compliance regulations for businesses require them to implement safeguards to protect the privacy and security of individuals’ PHI, including appointing a privacy officer, conducting risk assessments, adopting administrative, physical, and technical measures to safeguard […]
HIPAA compliance requirements for risk management include conducting regular risk assessments to identify potential vulnerabilities in the handling of PHI, implementing appropriate safeguards and controls to mitigate risks, developing contingency plans for responding to security […]
HIPAA compliance impacts health insurance companies by requiring them to safeguard PHI, implement strict privacy and security measures, provide individuals with access to their health data, obtain patient consent for certain disclosures, and adhere to […]
HHS Restructuring Needed to Increase Efficiency of HIPAA Enforcement The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has restructured its Office for Civil Rights (OCR) and has established new divisions that are going to […]
The cost of HIPAA compliance can vary depending on factors such as the size and complexity of the organization, its existing security infrastructure, the level of data processing and storage involved, the need for additional […]
Civil penalties for violations of HIPAA can range from $100 to $50,000 per violation, depending on the level of culpability and whether the violation was performed with willful neglect and not corrected within a specified […]
Health insurance companies must comply with the HIPAA to safeguard PHI, ensuring its confidentiality, integrity, and availability, by implementing strict administrative, technical, and physical safeguards, conducting risk assessments, providing employee training, obtaining patient consent for […]
The best practices for HIPAA compliance include implementing security measures, conducting regular risk assessments, ensuring workforce training and awareness, maintaining strict access controls and audit logs, encrypting data, using secure communication channels, establishing Business Associate […]
The HIPAA law addresses healthcare fraud and abuse by implementing strict privacy and security regulations, requiring covered entities to safeguard patients’ PHI, enabling greater oversight and accountability through audits and investigations, and imposing penalties for […]
HIPAA requires covered entities to provide written notification to affected individuals without unreasonable delay, but no later than 60 days after discovering a breach of unsecured PHI, including a description of the breach, steps individuals […]
January is often a quiet month for healthcare data breaches and January 2023 was no different. There were 40 data breaches involving 500 and up records reported to the HHS’ Office for Civil Rights. The […]
To address HIPAA compliance in cloud computing, organizations must implement appropriate administrative, technical, and physical safeguards, such as encrypting data in transit and at rest, conducting regular risk assessments and audits, ensuring access controls and […]
To ensure HIPAA compliance and avoid penalties, organizations must implement strict administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect the privacy and security of patients’ sensitive health information, including maintaining data encryption, conducting regular risk assessments, […]
To ensure HIPAA compliance for healthcare providers, they must implement appropriate administrative, technical, and physical safeguards, such as conducting regular risk assessments, adopting policies and procedures to protect patient data, providing employee training on privacy […]
To maintain HIPAA compliance in cloud computing, organizations must implement robust access controls, encryption, audit trails, regular risk assessments, and signed Business Associate Agreements (BAAs) with cloud providers, ensuring all electronic protected health information (ePHI) […]
HIPAA exists to establish standardized regulations and safeguards to protect the privacy, security, and confidentiality of individuals’ health information while promoting the secure exchange of electronic health records and ensuring the continuity and portability of […]
The HIPAA law protects patient privacy by establishing national standards for the protection of individually identifiable health information, requiring healthcare providers and organizations to implement safeguards to prevent unauthorized disclosures, ensuring patients have control over […]
To avoid HIPAA penalties in healthcare organizations, ensure strict compliance with privacy and security regulations, conduct regular risk assessments, implement data encryption measures, provide thorough employee training on handling PHI, establish access controls, maintain updated […]
The roles and responsibilities of a HIPAA compliance officer involve ensuring the organization’s adherence to all relevant provisions of HIPAA, including developing and implementing policies and procedures for safeguarding PHI, conducting risk assessments and audits, […]
The HIPAA law protects against unauthorized disclosures by establishing privacy and security rules for PHI, mandating covered entities and business associates to implement administrative, physical, and technical safeguards, ensuring individuals’ right to access and control […]
Digital marketing agency, Rise Interactive Media & Analytics, LLC, based in Illinois recently reported that attackers acquired access to its digital platform on November 14, 2022, and possibly viewed or extracted the information of a […]
HIPAA is important to patients because it safeguards their sensitive health information, ensures their right to privacy, grants them control over their personal data, and this promotes trust between patients and healthcare providers, ultimately leading […]
HIPAA penalties for data breaches and cyberattacks can vary based on the severity of the violation, ranging from $100 to $50,000 per incident, with a maximum annual penalty of $1.5 million for each category of […]
In the event of a HIPAA violation in telemedicine practices, promptly assess and contain the breach, notify affected individuals and the relevant authorities as required by law, conduct a thorough investigation to identify the root […]
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