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  • cloud HIPAA compliance

    What to Look For With HIPAA Certified Cloud Services

    Published On: July 6th, 2022

    Many companies who need to be HIPAA compliant are looking for scalable options to meet their growing IT infrastructure needs. Cloud-based solutions offer greater flexibility than traditional [...]

  • Is Ooma HIPAA Compliant

    Is Ooma HIPAA Compliant?

    Published On: July 4th, 2022

    Thirty years ago, copper-wire landlines connected most Americans’ phoned. Today mobile cellular and Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) have marginalized the old technology. One of the better-known [...]

  • Jail Time for HIPAA Violation

    Iowa Man Faces Jail Time for HIPAA Violation

    Published On: July 1st, 2022

    Can HIPAA violations result in jail time? While jail time for HIPAA violations is rare, it does occur.  An Iowa man who pleaded guilty to a pair [...]

  • Eye Care Leaders Breach

    Eye Care Leaders Breach: Ransomware Attack Claims New Victims

    Published On: June 29th, 2022

    In early December of 2021, Eye Care Leaders (Eye Care), an electronic medical record vendor supplying business associate services to eye care providers across the country, discovered [...]

  • HIPAA for IT Service Providers

    HIPAA for IT Service Providers: Risks and Rewards

    Published On: June 27th, 2022

    As an IT service provider, you are always looking for new services you can offer your clients. You want these services to be something your clients need, [...]

  • Is Adobe Scan HIPAA Compliant

    Is Adobe Scan HIPAA Compliant?

    Published On: June 24th, 2022

    Adobe Scan is an app for Android and iOS operating systems that allows users to use a device camera as a document scanner to capture information. The [...]

Blog Categories

  • 42 CFR Part 2

    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

    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

    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

    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

    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

    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

    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

    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

    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

    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

    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

    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.