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  • healthcare risk management software

    The Power of Healthcare Risk Management Software

    Published On: April 2nd, 2024

    Healthcare organizations are complex systems, fraught with a dynamic range of risks. Risk is a given in a complex system or program. Managing risk and ensuring various [...]

  • Hackensack Meridian Health OCR Settlement

    Hackensack Meridian Health Reaches $100,000 OCR Settlement

    Published On: April 1st, 2024

    OCR started the month as they ended last month, by announcing a HIPAA Right of Access settlement. On April 1, 2024, the Department of Health and Human [...]

  • Phoenix Healthcare OCR Settlement

    Phoenix Healthcare Reaches OCR Settlement to Resolve Potential Violation

    Published On: March 29th, 2024

    On March 29, 2024, the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Office for Civil Rights (OCR) announced it had reached a settlement with Phoenix Healthcare for [...]

  • soc 2 and nist

    SOC 2 vs. NIST: How Do They Compare?

    Published On: March 28th, 2024

    Service Organization Control Type 2 (SOC 2) is typically considered the more popular cybersecurity framework in the healthcare industry because its guidelines closely compare to HIPAA requirements. [...]

  • osha laundry dental office

    OSHA Laundry Dental Office: Ensuring Safety and Compliance

    Published On: March 27th, 2024

    In the world of dentistry, patient care is paramount. Dentists and dental professionals strive to provide top-notch oral healthcare services while maintaining a safe environment for patients [...]

  • risk management and compliance officer

    The Compliance Officer’s Role in Risk Management

    Published On: March 26th, 2024

    In addition to ensuring their organization’s adherence to regulations and overseeing a compliance program, compliance officers must also perform comprehensive risk management. This part of the compliance [...]

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.