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Some Telehealth Platforms Are Tracking Sensitive Patient Data: Are They Violating HIPAA?

Telebehavioral Health Institute

According to a recent study by MarkUp and STAT, 49 out of 50 telehealth platforms share sensitive data in ways that may harm healthcare clients and patients. Key aspects of HIPAA that might be relevant include: HIPAA requires covered entities (e.g., They may or may not be governed by HIPAA. Clash of the Titans?

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HIPAA Waiver Offers Physicians Opportunity To Engage Patients In New Ways, But Documentation Is Key

Electronic Health Reporter

The HIPAA waiver issued for telemedicine during COVID-19 is a game-changer for physicians now that CMS says virtual visits are reimbursable. And now, telehealth is emerging as an effective and sustainable solution for precaution, prevention, […]. This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter.

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Using HIPAA compliant software is a must in the post-pandemic world

Clocktree

We’ve all witnessed the boom in telehealth over the last year. While some in-person visits are safe now, many clients like the convenience of telehealth and wish to keep video visits as an option. At the onset of the pandemic, HIPAA compliance requirements for telehealth were relaxed. How Clocktree safeguards your data.

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What Happens if You Violate HIPAA?

Telebehavioral Health Institute

If you, as a behavioral health professional, violate the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), you must follow certain obligations and procedures to rectify the situation. Below then, is a suggested list of steps for a practitioner who wonders, “What Happens if you violate HIPAA?”

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What Happens if You Violate HIPAA?

Telebehavioral Health Institute

If you, as a behavioral health professional, violate the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), you must follow certain obligations and procedures to rectify the situation. Prompt reporting of any breaches is a crucial part of HIPAA compliance as it initiates the internal process of investigation and mitigation.

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7 Mistakes You’re Making with Mental Health Telehealth

TheraNest

In our digital age, telehealth has become an invaluable tool for mental and behavioral health providers to reach and support a larger population of individuals in need. Telehealth is a great way to reach clients beyond your physical borders and can even help you find people in mental health deserts. Let’s dive in.

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Counselor Settles Case for $15,000 Involving the HIPAA Right of Access Initiative

Telebehavioral Health Institute

We’ve discussed the US Department of Health and Human Services Office for Civil Rights’ “HIPAA Right of Access Initiative” in several previous articles. HIPAA rules can be complex, particularly for smaller providers, but they have existed for almost three decades.

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