How to Manage a HIPAA Breach
Last week we covered performing a HIPAA Risk Assessment, and also did a webinar on electronic devices. Needless to say it’s been a busy week here at Total HIPAA Compliance. Without further ado… We have a HIPAA Breach! These words will make any practice owner’s heart...
HIPAA Risk Assessment – Is this required?
Risk Assessment – Is this required? Yes, performing a Risk Assessment is required by HHS1. If you are audited, you will be required to show a Risk Assessment as a part of your Compliance Plan. Imagine going to an IRS audit without any tax returns. Your Risk...
Choosing Your HIPAA Security Officer
Last week we addressed what a practice or billing company needs to take into account when choosing their HIPAA Privacy Officer. If you missed last week’s webinar where I was presenting with Daniel Brown Esq with Taylor English LLP on forming a compliance plan, you can...
5 HIPAA Lessons From the Anthem Cyber Attack
Another major hack has come to light. Anthem, Inc. was the victim of a cyber attack. They reported that no patient health records have been compromised, but they think Social Security Numbers, addresses, and policy numbers were revealed. This is a nightmare for...