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3 Ways to Achieve HIPAA-Compliant Communication for Behavioral Health

Healthcare IT Today

The following is a guest article by Ram Krishnan, CEO at Valant Communicating with patients – in a compliant manner – is essential for behavioral health practices. All practices must comply with HIPAA, as well as the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA). The first step is using a HIPAA-compliant telehealth solution.

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Mastering Mental Health Intake Forms in 2023

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Discover the best practices for collecting mental health intake forms in 2023. Mental health intake forms furnish essential information for providers and care teams. Care teams use mental health intake forms to obtain a patient’s medical history, current symptoms, and other pertinent data in order to deliver patient care.

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10 Telehealth Software Purchasing Tips

Telebehavioral Health Institute

Will HIPAA compliance cost more? HIPAA compliance. Will the software vendor guarantee in writing that all aspects of their services are HIPAA compliant? Opt for software with robust cybersecurity protocols from companies willing to supply evidence of having passed outside HIPAA auditing. What type of server will you need?

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The End Of The Public Health Emergency Part 2 – Temporary Medicare Changes and Their Effects

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After December 31, 2024, these sites can no longer offer virtual visits relating to non-behavioral/mental health care. In 2025, these sites can serve as distant providers only for behavioral and mental health visits. This will enable them to invest in emerging technologies and adapt to the digital health landscape.

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10 Telehealth Software Purchasing Tips

Telebehavioral Health Institute

Will HIPAA compliance cost more? HIPAA compliance. Will the software vendor guarantee in writing that all aspects of their services are HIPAA compliant? Opt for software with robust cybersecurity protocols from companies willing to supply evidence of having passed outside HIPAA auditing. What type of server will you need?

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The Importance of Patient Portal Usability

Healthcare IT Today

Sharing of Data in a Patient Portal Most patients are familiar with HIPAA and of course, expect data to be kept securely in accordance with HIPAA requirements. Now, there is a trend toward an expectation that patients are able to either download or share their data on demand.

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Leverage Telepsychiatry to Build an Effective MAT Program

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You’ll need to comply with 42 CFR, a federal regulation requiring an additional standard of privacy than typical HIPAA requirements. Generally, you can keep these records in your standard EMR. Some resources to start with include: The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA).