Navigating the complexities of HIPAA compliance requires a multifaceted strategy that combines efficient processes, continuous training, technological innovation, and proactive engagement with regulatory bodies. While meeting compliance benchmarks is non-negotiable, the ultimate goal should be to provide high-quality, patient-centric care.
The federal government has warned hospitals that using third-party analytics tools on their websites could violate HIPAA, and more than 20 hospitals are facing class-action lawsuits over the use of these tools. But a recent analysis found that hospitals are doing a poor job of fixing their websites and preventing patient data collection.
Munck Wilson Mandala Partner Greg Howison shared his perspective on some of the legal ramifications around AI, IP, connected devices and the data they generate, in response to emailed questions.
By following a checklist of considerations to ensure vendors are up to par with regulations and industry standards, you will be protected against any potential future liabilities and ensure that your Personal Health Information is protected.
Patients expect their healthcare providers to meet compliance regulations and keep their valuable information safe. Though, if you are HIPAA compliant, it doesn’t necessarily mean your data is secure. This article discusses the details of proper email security when it comes to HIPAA compliance.
There will come a time where HIPAA compliance relaxations related to Covid-19 will end and so it is important that health systems architect their SMS and mobile communication strategies for the long term.
Less than two months after MedCity speculated whether Amazon would release a HIPAA-compliant Echo device, the tech giant revealed Thursday that select skills for Alexa — the voice-activated personal assistant service powering those devices — are indeed HIPAA-compliant.
At the Abarca Forward conference earlier this year, George Van Antwerp, managing director at Deloitte, discussed how social determinants of health and a personalized member experience can improve medication adherence and health outcomes.
The survey out of Sage Growth Partners, which included responses from 98 executives, found 44 percent of respondents have not yet adopted telemedicine at their organization. Of that group that hasn't implemented telehealth, 86 percent said doing so is a medium to high priority.
Waltham, Massachusetts-based Fresenius Medical Care North America has agreed to pay $3.5 million to settle allegations of five HIPAA violations that occurred between February 23, 2012 and July 18, 2012.
Fort Myers, Florida-based 21st Century Oncology, which operates a total of 179 treatment centers in the United States and Latin America, has agreed to pay $2.3 million to HHS' Office for Civil Rights to settle HIPAA violations.
The year is more than halfway over. In the first six months of 2017, HHS' Office for Civil Rights has been busy enforcing HIPAA compliance.
We will highlight Build My Health's revenue practice management tools, which could help physician practices add up to $250,000 to their practices.
After a 2011 phishing incident, Metro Community Provider Network has agreed to pay $400,000 to settle claims that it violated HIPAA.
Mary Butler, associate editor of the Journal of AHIMA, explores whether HIPAA is still adequate or if it's in dire need of renovation.
This week, Connecticut joined at least nine other states (DE, KY, ME, MN, MO, NC, TN, UT, WV — see cases cited in the opinion, linked to below) in recognizing that, while HIPAA does not create a private right of action for violation of privacy, it does constitute a standard against which the actions of […]
Verizon said it’s Virtual Contact Center and IP-based Interactive Voice Response have achieved HIPAA compliance, putting the telecommunications company firmly in the healthcare space with the goal of improving patient engagement. The contact center and voice response will both be geared toward payers and providers, who will be able to manage incoming inquiries from either […]
Digital health incubator Rock Health is investing in eight new startups and teaming up with three new corporate entities – Blue Shield of California, Deloitte and global healthcare firm Abbott. The new startups being incubated span the healthcare spectrum, from HIPAA compliance to life sciences and biotech. Among them: — Accountable, an online platform that seeks […]