Case Study- Hook, Line, and Sinker: Falling for a Phishing Scam
A HIPAA Prime client emailed and called us on a Tuesday afternoon to let us know that earlier that day their email had been hacked and a phishing email was sent out to over 1,000 contacts that included clients. The Total HIPAA Compliance Team immediately called...
Case Study-Health and Human Services (HHS) Office of Civil Rights (OCR) Comes to Town
We received a call from a new client that came to us with a breach, and needed a comprehensive HIPAA Compliance Plan as quickly as possible in preparation for an HHS Audit. The Breach Years ago this client hired a very reputable Business Associate (BA) to store...
Navigating Business Associate Agreements for Insurance Agents: A Comprehensive Guide
Introduction: As a health insurance agent, understanding the complexities of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act, or HIPAA, is essential. One of the critical aspects of HIPAA is the Business Associate Agreement (BAA). What is included in a...
Step-by-Step: Establishing a BAA with Google for HIPAA
Are you using Google services to store or process protected health information (PHI)? If so, establishing a Business Associate Agreement (BAA) with Google is crucial to ensure your organization complies with HIPAA regulations. A BAA is a legally binding contract that...