


The Ohio Data Protection Act and HIPAA Compliance
Every day, there seems to be a new headline about another organization whose data security has been breached. It’s happening to big and small entities — even ones you wouldn’t expect. As cyberattacks become more and more sophisticated, the need to have a strong data...
What You Need to Do to Be HIPAA Compliant After Signing a BAA
Before agreeing to trust another business with your data, there are several precautions you need to take. Firstly, make sure you have audited a Business Associate or Subcontractor’s HIPAA compliance program before signing a Business Associate Agreement (BAA) with...
How to Ensure HIPAA Compliance While Storing PHI on the Cloud
For healthcare companies, cloud data storage is a popular and practical alternative. The worldwide Healthcare Cloud Computing industry is projected to expand at a 14 percent annual pace, reaching $40 billion by 2026.¹ Convenience, decentralization, and, in most cases,...
Your Cybersecurity Questions Answered!
Thanks to everyone who attended our November 4th webinar, Don’t Become the Next Cybersecurity Scary Story! We are grateful to our guest experts, Sean Nobles from NaviSec and Brett Haines from Atlantic.Net, for joining us. We discussed social engineering, PenTesting,...
How to Maintain HIPAA Compliance in Public Cloud Environments
The benefits of public cloud computing solutions make them very attractive to all types of businesses. One of the advantages offered by public cloud vendors is the availability of advanced technology and the ability to configure systems to meet the needs of any...
Password Manager Recommendations for Simpler, Better Security
A Password Manager Can Help Pave the Way to HIPAA Compliance We’re all storing more information online than ever before. The average Internet user has at least 90 online accounts, and within three years, researchers estimate the number may triple.1 You likely have...
Why You Should Be Using Two-Factor Authentication
While strong, complex passwords are an effective first line of defense when securing business accounts and applications, they are not fool proof and can be compromised if a hacker gains access to company systems. Two-factor authentication (2FA), also known as...
PHI Retention Requirements: A Complete Guide for HIPAA Compliance
Introduction: Understanding PHI Retention In healthcare and associated industries, retaining Protected Health Information (PHI) is critical to regulatory compliance. Knowing how long to hold onto PHI is essential for HIPAA compliance, safeguarding patient data, and...