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  • Neurology Practice OCR Settlement

    Neurology Practice Settles with HHS OCR for $25K

    Published On: April 29th, 2025

    In a continued push to hold healthcare providers accountable for cybersecurity preparedness, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Office for Civil Rights (OCR) has [...]

  • PIH Health HIPAA Settlement

    PIH Health Pays $600K Settlement After Phishing Attack

    Published On: April 24th, 2025

    In a stark reminder of how devastating phishing attacks can be, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Office for Civil Rights (OCR) has reached a [...]

  • compliance and training

    Training and Compliance, Two Peas in a Pod

    Published On: April 22nd, 2025

    You're here, so you likely already know that training is a key part of compliance. Several things factor into compliance, and each component is essential. However, training [...]

  • GHMA HIPAA Violation

    OCR Settles with Guam Memorial Hospital Over Ransomware-Related Violations

    Published On: April 21st, 2025

    The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Office for Civil Rights (OCR), has announced yet another enforcement action under the HIPAA Security Rule—this time involving [...]

  • healthcare industry regulations

    Regulatory Compliance in Healthcare: Safeguarding Patients, Professionals, and Systems

    Published On: April 18th, 2025

    Healthcare regulatory compliance means healthcare organizations are meeting a wide range of laws and standards that includes everything from billing and safety to data protection and patient [...]

  • Q1 2025 Healthcare Breach Report

    Q1 2025 Healthcare Data Breach Wrap-Up: 5.6 Million Patient Records Exposed

    Published On: April 16th, 2025

    If the first quarter of 2025 is any indication, healthcare cybersecurity is in critical condition. From January through March, the healthcare industry saw 160 data breaches, compromising [...]

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.