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  • What Exactly Is Healthcare Information Management?

    Published On: January 21st, 2025

    Poor “human” security is the primary cause of most health records being compromised in the past few years. Human error is also a leading cause of data [...]

  • Understanding HIPAA Control Requirements

    Published On: January 17th, 2025

    There are various HIPAA control requirements, including administrative, physical, and technical safeguards. To help organizations implement and sustain these safeguards, HIPAA is made up of four primary [...]

  • OCR Settles With Northeast Surgical Group, P.C. over Potential HIPAA Risk Analysis Rule Violation

    Published On: January 16th, 2025

    In mid-January of 2025, the Department of Health and Human Services’ Office for Civil Rights announced a $10,000 settlement agreement with Michigan-based Northeast Surgical Group, P.C. (NESG). [...]

  • On Time: OCR Settles HIPAA Right of Access Complaint for $60,000

    Published On: January 16th, 2025

    In mid-January of 2025, the Department of Health and Human Services’ (HHS) Office for Civil Rights (OCR) announced a $60,000 settlement with South Broward Hospital District d/b/a [...]

  • HIPAA Phishing Scandal Results in $3M OCR Settlement

    Published On: January 15th, 2025

    On January 14, 2025, the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Office for Civil Rights (OCR) announced a HIPAA phishing settlement with Solara Medical Supplies, LLC [...]

  • Back It Up, Don’t Delete: OCR Settles HIPAA Investigation With Business Associate for $337,750

    Published On: January 14th, 2025

    On January 8, 2025, the Department of Health and Human Services’ (HHS) Office for Civil Rights (OCR) announced a $337,750 settlement with Florida-based USR Holdings, LLC (USR), [...]

Blog Categories

  • 42 CFR Part 2

    42 CFR Part 2 dictates rules for the confidentiality of substance abuse records. Find out when providers are permitted to share records and when they are not.

  • Healthcare Compliance

    Healthcare compliance is complex, especially when you have to meet multiple compliance standards. Learn how to navigate HIPAA, OSHA, and SOC 2 requirements.

  • Healthcare Data Breach Report

    Each month, we review what caused healthcare data breaches and how they could have been prevented. Learn how to protect your business from breaches and fines.

  • HIPAA Compliance

    Whether you’re a healthcare provider, health plan, or healthcare vendor, you must meet HIPAA standards. Learn what’s required for HIPAA compliance and how to implement a successful program.

  • HIPAA News

    Keep up to date on HIPAA news by checking in with us. We will provide you with information on changes to HIPAA law, healthcare breaches, HIPAA violations, and OCR fines.

  • HIPAA Violation Fines

    Healthcare organizations that fail to meet HIPAA Privacy, Security, or Breach Notification Rules can face HIPAA violation fines. Find out who has been fined and how they could have prevented penalties.

  • MACRA MIPS

    To be eligible for reimbursement under the Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS), you must meet Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act (MACRA) standards.

  • OCR Enforcement

    The Office for Civil Rights (OCR) is the enforcing body of HIPAA. The OCR conducts investigations into potential HIPAA violations, issuing judgments that can result in settlements.

  • OIG Compliance

    The Office of Inspector General (OIG) released guidance, referred to as the seven elements of compliance. Find out how to implement an effective compliance program.

  • OSHA Healthcare Compliance

    OSHA healthcare compliance ensures a safe and healthy environment for patients and staff. Find out how to meet various OSHA standards specific to healthcare.

  • Right of Access

    The HIPAA Right of Access standard requires healthcare providers to comply with patient record requests. This standard is the most cited in HIPAA settlements. Learn the rules.

  • SOC 2 Compliance

    The American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) created a cybersecurity framework called Service Organization Control Type 2 (SOC 2). Learn how about SOC 2 compliance.