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  • CMS Training Requirements

    CMS Training Requirements: A 2025 Guide for All CMS Training Programs

    Published On: July 28th, 2025

    Staying compliant requires a deep understanding of regulatory requirements, especially when it comes to training. The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) mandates that all participating [...]

  • Syracuse ASC Ransomware Settlement

    What Healthcare Providers Must Learn from Syracuse ASC’s Costly Ransomware Settlement

    Published On: July 25th, 2025

    Another healthcare facility pays the price for inadequate cybersecurity – here's how to protect your organization The message from federal regulators couldn't be [...]

  • cybersecurity risk assessment

    Cybersecurity Risk Assessment in Healthcare: A Practical Guide to HIPAA Compliance and Medical Device Security

    Published On: July 23rd, 2025

    Everywhere around us, there is risk, especially in healthcare, where patient safety, data privacy, and operational integrity are at stake. A strong cybersecurity risk assessment in healthcare [...]

  • AMA with AMA Where to Start

    Ask Me Anything with Anne Marie Anderson: Where Do I Start?

    Published On: July 16th, 2025

    Anne Marie Anderson is the Director of Product Content at Compliancy Group. She is a licensed attorney with more than 25 years of experience as a legal [...]

  • compliance audit software

    Using Compliance Audit Software to Save Time, Reduce Errors, and Improve Tracking

    Published On: July 16th, 2025

    Healthcare compliance failures carry devastating consequences that extend far beyond financial penalties—they can erode patient trust, damage reputations, and disrupt operations. As enforcement actions intensify and cyber [...]

  • June 2025 Healthcare Data Breach Report

    June 2025 Healthcare Data Breaches Affected 7.1M

    Published On: July 14th, 2025

    June 2025 witnessed a significant surge in healthcare data breaches, with 66 reported incidents affecting over 7.1 million individuals. The month was marked by sophisticated cyberattacks targeting [...]

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.