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  • Washington state privacy law

    Washington State Privacy Law: My Health, My Data Act

    Published On: May 22nd, 2023

    In a groundbreaking move, Washington State has introduced comprehensive privacy laws to protect its residents' health data. The My Health My Data Act (MHMDA) was enacted on [...]

  • Eyemed Settlement

    EyeMed Vision Care Reaches Attorney General Settlement, Again

    Published On: May 19th, 2023

    Hold onto your glasses because EyeMed Vision Care has just reached its third settlement over a 2020 data breach that impacted 2.1 million individuals! The vision insurer [...]

  • HIPAA and Medical Spas: The Importance of Compliance

    Published On: May 18th, 2023

    In today’s digital world, it is essential for medical spas to comply with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) regulations. One of the most significant [...]

  • is Hotjar HIPAA compliant

    Is Hotjar HIPAA Compliant?

    Published On: May 17th, 2023

    Hotjar is a popular software platform that helps businesses collect and analyze customer behavior data on their websites. However, one of the biggest concerns for many companies [...]

  • OCR Settles HIPAA Investigation with Business Associate

    Published On: May 16th, 2023

    Due to a July 2018 incident, the Office for Civil Rights (OCR) investigated MedEvolve to determine if the business associate was HIPAA compliant. The result? A $350,000 [...]

  • compliance in healthcare

    What is Regulatory Compliance in Healthcare?

    Published On: May 15th, 2023

    Regulatory compliance is a critical aspect of the healthcare industry, with various regulations like HIPAA, OSHA, FWA, and general compliance requirements that ensure high-quality care. These regulations [...]

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.