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HIPAA Certification? When it comes to HIPAA compliance, many healthcare professionals are searching for a way to certify their efforts. The post HIPAA certification appeared first on TBH Institute Blog. HIPAAHowever, it must be noted that the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Office for Civil Rights (OCR) currently … Read more. MORE
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$100,000 HIPAA Settlement Reached for HIPAA Violations In its first HIPAA settlement of 2020, the Department of Health and Human Services’ (HHS) Office for Civil Rights (OCR) fined a sole practitioner $100,000 for HIPAA violations. The post HIPAA Violations appeared first on TBH Institute Blog. HIPAA MORE
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If your organization handles protected health information (PHI) or electronic Protected Health Information (ePHI), you should be well aware of the Healthcare Insurance Portability and Accountability Act known commonly as HIPAA. The HIPAA compliance is regulated by the federal government and failure to comply with it can attract […]. The article Penalties For Violating HIPAA appeared first on electronichealthreporter.com. MORE
The HIPAA outlines the standard security practices that organizations handling protected health information (PHI) need to adhere to. Whether your business is compliant with the HIPAA or not can have a huge impact on how you handle your business. The article Manage HIPAA Compliance For Your Business appeared first on electronichealthreporter.com. Editorial HIPAA HIPAA security Ken Lynch managing HIPAA compliance Reciprocity MORE
The HIPAA Security Rule Applies to Telehealth Practices Under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), telehealth practices are considered covered entities (CEs). As a HIPAA covered entity, the HIPAA Security Rule applies to telehealth practices. The post HIPAA Security Rule appeared first on TBH Institute Blog. HIPAA MORE
HIPAA Data Storage Requirements and HIPAA Compliance The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) set forth industry standards for the proper handling of protected health information (PHI). The post HIPAA Data appeared first on TBH Institute Blog. HIPAA MORE
What is HIPAA for Healthcare Workers? HIPAA for healthcare workers is the practice of maintaining … Read more. The post What is HIPAA for Healthcare Workers? HIPAA Uncategorized HIPAA compliance HIPAA for Healthcare Workers HIPAA Privacy Rule MORE
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) announced a consumer fraud settlement against a company that displayed a ‘HIPAA Compliant’ seal on its website. MORE
HIPAA Training Requirements Conducting annual HIPAA training is a key component of maintaining HIPAA compliance. The post HIPAA Training Requirements appeared first on TBH Institute Blog. HIPAAHowever, hosting a practice-wide training day is not sufficient, mainly because if an employee is hired after your practice’s annual training day, they could go … Read more. MORE
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Intraprise Health, a leading provider of cybersecurity services and solutions and the Protect™ risk management software platform, today announced that it has acquired HIPAA One, provider of industry leading HIPAA compliance automation software. MORE
HIPAA Designated Record Set Under the HIPAA Privacy Rule, behavioral health specialists are required to provide patients access to the protected health information (PHI) contained in their designated record set. The post HIPAA Designated Record Set appeared first on TBH Institute Blog. HIPAA MORE
HIPAA Compliance Checklist Completing a HIPAA compliance checklist should be the first step when assessing whether or not your behavioral health practice is HIPAA compliant. A HIPAA compliance checklist lays out what is required under the Health Insurance Portability and … Read more. The post HIPAA Compliance Checklist appeared first on TBH Institute Blog. HIPAA MORE
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The article Rising Risks To Patient Data and HIPAA Compliance In The Age of COVID-19 appeared first on electronichealthreporter.com. Editorial Ground Labs HIPAA HIPAA compliance training HIPAA education management Stephen Cavey telehealth MORE
HIPAA Medical Records Release The HIPAA Privacy Rule grants patients or their personal representatives the right to receive, inspect and review their health information. Covered entities, to comply with the Privacy Rule, must follow HIPAA medical records release rules, … Read more. The post HIPAA Medical Records Release appeared first on TBH Institute Blog. HIPAA MORE
HIPAA Password Requirements For behavioral health professionals, HIPAA password requirements are an important part of keeping your sensitive health data safe and avoiding HIPAA fines. But what does HIPAA regulation have to say about implementing secure passwords? HIPAA regulation is … Read more. The post HIPAA Password Requirements appeared first on TBH Institute Blog. HIPAA MORE
HIPAA Compliant Email for Therapists Although email is a convenient means of communication, using email to communicate sensitive information poses some risk. The post HIPAA Compliant Email for Therapists appeared first on TBH Institute Blog. MORE
The article HIPAA Compliance and The Cloud appeared first on electronichealthreporter.com. Editorial Adrian Johansen cybersecurity HIPAA HIPAA and the cloudThis article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. By Adrian Johansen, freelance writer; @AdrianJohanse18. Developments in technology have had a profound impact on nearly every aspect of our lives. MORE
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HIPAA Compliant Telehealth and Apple AirPlay As more providers turn to telehealth, they are looking to new technologies. The post HIPAA Compliant Telehealth appeared first on TBH Institute Blog. HIPAA MORE
HIPAA Compliant Appointment Scheduling for Mental Health Professionals Online appointment scheduling tools are a convenient way for patients to book appointments. The post HIPAA Compliant Appointment Scheduling for Mental Health Professionals appeared first on TBH Institute Blog. However, when using a software platform that has access to protected health information, it is important to consider its … Read more. MORE
The data backup plan was established as a mandatory stage of HIPAA compliance to create, implement and maintain a set of rules and procedures for healthcare organizations to follow when managing the backup and restore requirements of electronic protected health information (ePHI). The article What Is Your HIPAA Data Backup Plan? Editorial Atlantic.Net data backup plan HIPAA compliance HIPAA Security Rule Marty Puranik MORE
HIPAA Medical Release Form There are certain circumstances in which it is required for behavioral health professionals to receive a HIPAA medical release form before they are permitted to disclose protected health information (PHI). HIPAA medical release form requirements are … Read more. The post HIPAA Medical Release Form appeared first on TBH Institute Blog. HIPAA MORE
Administration Ambulatory Healthcare IT Hospital - Health System IT IT Infrastructure and Dev Ops Doug Clayton eFax Healthcare Scene Featured Healthcare Security HIPAA HIPAA Compliant Faxing HIPAA Security Secure Fax WestFax MORE
Group Therapy and HIPAA Privacy Rule Under the HIPAA Privacy Rule, a healthcare provider may use and disclose protected health information (PHI), without individual written authorization, if the use or disclosure is a treatment disclosure. The post COVID- 19 Group Therapy and HIPAA Privacy appeared first on TBH Institute Blog. HIPAA MORE
The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) applies to all companies in the United States. Healthcare providers, covered entities and their business associates should understand HIPAA and take compliance steps to avoid monetary fines and even prison time. HIPAA violations in the workplace can occur in […]. The article HIPAA Violations, How to Prevent Them appeared first on electronichealthreporter.com. MORE
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Emergency HIPAA Privacy Rule Waiver During an emergency or public health crisis, some elements of the HIPAA Privacy Rule may be waived. The post HIPAA Privacy Rule Waiver appeared first on TBH Institute Blog. HIPAAAs of March 15, 2020, the Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), issued an … Read more. MORE
The article Potential HIPAA Security Violations appeared first on electronichealthreporter.com. Editorial Adrian Johansen Common HIPAA security violations How to stay HIPAA compliant managing a HIPAA violationThis article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. By Adrian Johansen, freelance writer; @AdrianJohanse18. Your health is the most personal part of your life. MORE
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The post More HIPAA Right of Access Violations Reported by OCR appeared first on TBH Institute Blog. MORE
HIPAA Tips Every Behavioral Health Professional Should Know HIPAA compliance can be a complex web of interlocking regulatory requirements. Behavioral health professionals in particular need to be wary of HIPAA violations and data breaches just because of the sensitive nature … Read more. The post HIPAA Tips appeared first on TBH Institute Blog. HIPAA MORE
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HIPAA Changes 2020: HHS Privacy and Security Since 2013, there hasn’t been any significant changes to HIPAA, however there have been proposed changes. The post HIPAA Changes 2020 appeared first on TBH Institute Blog. HIPAAThe Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) recently announced that they are revisiting previously proposed changes … Read more. MORE
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As a HIPAA covered entity, behavioral health practices have an obligation to uphold the standards set forth by the HIPAA Privacy Rule, including the right of access. The post HIPAA Right of Access appeared first on TBH Institute Blog. HIPAAThe right of access mandates that patients have the right to request copies … Read more. MORE
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Many people in the healthcare IT and HIM communities have been anticipating some changes to HIPAA coming soon. As Rita Bowen from MRO recently shared, “the rule is 20+ years old and the practice of medicine has changed, the maintenance of the health information, etc. MORE
HIPAA Compliant Video Chat Basics: Requirements for HIPAA after COVID Although the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has extended the public health emergency until October, telehealth providers need to look at what’s next. MORE
HIPAA Marketing Tips for Behavioral Health Professionals When it comes to HIPAA, marketing your behavioral health practice can be tricky. HIPAA marketing standards specifically dictate the kind of information that can and can’t be used in marketing efforts of all … Read more. The post HIPAA Marketing appeared first on TBH Institute Blog. HIPAA MORE
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Electronic Health Reporter
AUGUST 20, 2020
RHIA, RHIT, CHPS, Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, AHIMA ICD-10-CM/PCS Trainer As August 21, 2020 marks the 24th anniversary of Bill Clinton’s HIPAA Law, it is not a bad time […]. Editorial Dr. Phyllis Miller HIPAA and COVID-19 HIPAA anniversary HIPAA business associates
Electronic Health Reporter
DECEMBER 7, 2020
The Healthcare Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) was adopted in 1996. The article Crucial Lessons From Past HIPAA Non-Compliance Cases appeared first on electronichealthreporter.com. This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter.
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Electronic Health Reporter
MAY 10, 2019
The article Potential HIPAA Security Violations appeared first on electronichealthreporter.com. Editorial Adrian Johansen Common HIPAA security violations How to stay HIPAA compliant managing a HIPAA violationThis article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. By Adrian Johansen, freelance writer; @AdrianJohanse18. Your health is the most personal part of your life.
Telebehavioral Health Institute
SEPTEMBER 14, 2020
HIPAA Compliant Email for Therapists Although email is a convenient means of communication, using email to communicate sensitive information poses some risk. The post HIPAA Compliant Email for Therapists appeared first on TBH Institute Blog.
Electronic Health Reporter
JANUARY 15, 2021
The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) affects thousands of organizations across the […]. The article Challenges of Maintaining HIPAA Compliance: 9 Pain Points appeared first on electronichealthreporter.com.
Telebehavioral Health Institute
JULY 21, 2020
HIPAA Compliant Telehealth and Apple AirPlay As more providers turn to telehealth, they are looking to new technologies. The post HIPAA Compliant Telehealth appeared first on TBH Institute Blog. HIPAA
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Healthcare IT Today
DECEMBER 15, 2020
Many people in the healthcare IT and HIM communities have been anticipating some changes to HIPAA coming soon. As Rita Bowen from MRO recently shared, “the rule is 20+ years old and the practice of medicine has changed, the maintenance of the health information, etc.
Electronic Health Reporter
OCTOBER 20, 2020
It is a HIPAA law created to ensure that all of […]. The article Why Are HIPAA Risk Assessments Important? Editorial Atlantic.Net Chase Higbee Covered Entity Final Omnibus Rule HIPAA What is a risk assessment
Healthcare IT Today
JANUARY 19, 2021
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) announced a consumer fraud settlement against a company that displayed a ‘HIPAA Compliant’ seal on its website.
Telebehavioral Health Institute
AUGUST 20, 2020
HIPAA Compliant Video Chat Basics: Requirements for HIPAA after COVID Although the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has extended the public health emergency until October, telehealth providers need to look at what’s next.
Telebehavioral Health Institute
SEPTEMBER 8, 2020
What is HIPAA for Healthcare Workers? HIPAA for healthcare workers is the practice of maintaining … Read more. The post What is HIPAA for Healthcare Workers? HIPAA Uncategorized HIPAA compliance HIPAA for Healthcare Workers HIPAA Privacy Rule
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Electronic Health Reporter
DECEMBER 18, 2020
The article Rising Risks To Patient Data and HIPAA Compliance In The Age of COVID-19 appeared first on electronichealthreporter.com. Editorial Ground Labs HIPAA HIPAA compliance training HIPAA education management Stephen Cavey telehealth
Telebehavioral Health Institute
SEPTEMBER 27, 2020
5 HIPAA Violation Fines for Failing to Grant the Right of Access On September 15, 2020, the Department of Health and Human Services’ (HHS) Office for Civil Rights (OCR) announced that it had settled with five healthcare organizations that violated … Read more.
Telebehavioral Health Institute
AUGUST 13, 2020
HIPAA Postcard Scam: Communication Alert from OCR for Organizations A fraudulent HIPAA postcard scam is being sent out, first-class, to healthcare organizations. The post HIPAA Postcard Scam: Communication Alert from OCR for Organizations appeared first on TBH Institute Blog.
Healthcare IT Today
JANUARY 8, 2021
Intraprise Health, a leading provider of cybersecurity services and solutions and the Protect™ risk management software platform, today announced that it has acquired HIPAA One, provider of industry leading HIPAA compliance automation software.
Telebehavioral Health Institute
DECEMBER 20, 2019
HIPAA Data Storage Requirements and HIPAA Compliance The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) set forth industry standards for the proper handling of protected health information (PHI). The post HIPAA Data appeared first on TBH Institute Blog. HIPAA
Telebehavioral Health Institute
FEBRUARY 1, 2019
FaceTime HIPAA Privacy Concerns Apple’s FaceTime has recently been revealed to contain a major bug that significantly impacts the privacy of iPhone users everywhere. Among these concerns are issues specifically regarding FaceTime and HIPAA compliance for health care providers across … Read more. The post FaceTime HIPAA appeared first on TBH Institute Blog. HIPAA
Electronic Health Reporter
DECEMBER 16, 2019
The HIPAA outlines the standard security practices that organizations handling protected health information (PHI) need to adhere to. Whether your business is compliant with the HIPAA or not can have a huge impact on how you handle your business. The article Manage HIPAA Compliance For Your Business appeared first on electronichealthreporter.com. Editorial HIPAA HIPAA security Ken Lynch managing HIPAA compliance Reciprocity
Telebehavioral Health Institute
NOVEMBER 28, 2020
The post More HIPAA Right of Access Violations Reported by OCR appeared first on TBH Institute Blog.
Telebehavioral Health Institute
MARCH 6, 2020
$100,000 HIPAA Settlement Reached for HIPAA Violations In its first HIPAA settlement of 2020, the Department of Health and Human Services’ (HHS) Office for Civil Rights (OCR) fined a sole practitioner $100,000 for HIPAA violations. The post HIPAA Violations appeared first on TBH Institute Blog. HIPAA
Electronic Health Reporter
DECEMBER 12, 2019
The article HIPAA Compliance and The Cloud appeared first on electronichealthreporter.com. Editorial Adrian Johansen cybersecurity HIPAA HIPAA and the cloudThis article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. By Adrian Johansen, freelance writer; @AdrianJohanse18. Developments in technology have had a profound impact on nearly every aspect of our lives.
Electronic Health Reporter
MAY 2, 2019
The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) applies to all companies in the United States. Healthcare providers, covered entities and their business associates should understand HIPAA and take compliance steps to avoid monetary fines and even prison time. HIPAA violations in the workplace can occur in […]. The article HIPAA Violations, How to Prevent Them appeared first on electronichealthreporter.com.
Telebehavioral Health Institute
JUNE 19, 2019
HIPAA Certification? When it comes to HIPAA compliance, many healthcare professionals are searching for a way to certify their efforts. The post HIPAA certification appeared first on TBH Institute Blog. HIPAAHowever, it must be noted that the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Office for Civil Rights (OCR) currently … Read more.
Telebehavioral Health Institute
DECEMBER 13, 2019
The HIPAA Security Rule Applies to Telehealth Practices Under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), telehealth practices are considered covered entities (CEs). As a HIPAA covered entity, the HIPAA Security Rule applies to telehealth practices. The post HIPAA Security Rule appeared first on TBH Institute Blog. HIPAA
Telebehavioral Health Institute
MARCH 17, 2020
HIPAA Designated Record Set Under the HIPAA Privacy Rule, behavioral health specialists are required to provide patients access to the protected health information (PHI) contained in their designated record set. The post HIPAA Designated Record Set appeared first on TBH Institute Blog. HIPAA
Telebehavioral Health Institute
FEBRUARY 23, 2018
HIPAA Password Requirements For behavioral health professionals, HIPAA password requirements are an important part of keeping your sensitive health data safe and avoiding HIPAA fines. But what does HIPAA regulation have to say about implementing secure passwords? HIPAA regulation is … Read more. The post HIPAA Password Requirements appeared first on TBH Institute Blog. HIPAA
Telebehavioral Health Institute
MARCH 10, 2018
HIPAA Marketing Tips for Behavioral Health Professionals When it comes to HIPAA, marketing your behavioral health practice can be tricky. HIPAA marketing standards specifically dictate the kind of information that can and can’t be used in marketing efforts of all … Read more. The post HIPAA Marketing appeared first on TBH Institute Blog. HIPAA
Telebehavioral Health Institute
DECEMBER 15, 2018
HIPAA Tips Every Behavioral Health Professional Should Know HIPAA compliance can be a complex web of interlocking regulatory requirements. Behavioral health professionals in particular need to be wary of HIPAA violations and data breaches just because of the sensitive nature … Read more. The post HIPAA Tips appeared first on TBH Institute Blog. HIPAA
Telebehavioral Health Institute
JANUARY 30, 2020
HIPAA Compliance Checklist Completing a HIPAA compliance checklist should be the first step when assessing whether or not your behavioral health practice is HIPAA compliant. A HIPAA compliance checklist lays out what is required under the Health Insurance Portability and … Read more. The post HIPAA Compliance Checklist appeared first on TBH Institute Blog. HIPAA
Telebehavioral Health Institute
APRIL 24, 2020
Group Therapy and HIPAA Privacy Rule Under the HIPAA Privacy Rule, a healthcare provider may use and disclose protected health information (PHI), without individual written authorization, if the use or disclosure is a treatment disclosure. The post COVID- 19 Group Therapy and HIPAA Privacy appeared first on TBH Institute Blog. HIPAA
Telebehavioral Health Institute
JULY 15, 2020
HIPAA Changes 2020: HHS Privacy and Security Since 2013, there hasn’t been any significant changes to HIPAA, however there have been proposed changes. The post HIPAA Changes 2020 appeared first on TBH Institute Blog. HIPAAThe Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) recently announced that they are revisiting previously proposed changes … Read more.
Telebehavioral Health Institute
MARCH 1, 2020
HIPAA Training Requirements Conducting annual HIPAA training is a key component of maintaining HIPAA compliance. The post HIPAA Training Requirements appeared first on TBH Institute Blog. HIPAAHowever, hosting a practice-wide training day is not sufficient, mainly because if an employee is hired after your practice’s annual training day, they could go … Read more.
Telebehavioral Health Institute
DECEMBER 27, 2019
As a HIPAA covered entity, behavioral health practices have an obligation to uphold the standards set forth by the HIPAA Privacy Rule, including the right of access. The post HIPAA Right of Access appeared first on TBH Institute Blog. HIPAAThe right of access mandates that patients have the right to request copies … Read more.
Telebehavioral Health Institute
FEBRUARY 7, 2020
HIPAA Medical Release Form There are certain circumstances in which it is required for behavioral health professionals to receive a HIPAA medical release form before they are permitted to disclose protected health information (PHI). HIPAA medical release form requirements are … Read more. The post HIPAA Medical Release Form appeared first on TBH Institute Blog. HIPAA
Telebehavioral Health Institute
MARCH 27, 2020
Emergency HIPAA Privacy Rule Waiver During an emergency or public health crisis, some elements of the HIPAA Privacy Rule may be waived. The post HIPAA Privacy Rule Waiver appeared first on TBH Institute Blog. HIPAAAs of March 15, 2020, the Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), issued an … Read more.
Telebehavioral Health Institute
NOVEMBER 5, 2020
HIPAA Compliant Appointment Scheduling for Mental Health Professionals Online appointment scheduling tools are a convenient way for patients to book appointments. The post HIPAA Compliant Appointment Scheduling for Mental Health Professionals appeared first on TBH Institute Blog. However, when using a software platform that has access to protected health information, it is important to consider its … Read more.
Telebehavioral Health Institute
AUGUST 7, 2020
HIPAA Security: Managing Risk in Your Practice Managing risk in your practice has never been more important. With the rise of healthcare breaches, the success of your practice comes down to your HIPAA security measures. Assessing Your HIPAA Security There … Read more.
Healthcare IT Today
JULY 23, 2020
Administration Ambulatory Healthcare IT Hospital - Health System IT IT Infrastructure and Dev Ops Doug Clayton eFax Healthcare Scene Featured Healthcare Security HIPAA HIPAA Compliant Faxing HIPAA Security Secure Fax WestFax
Telebehavioral Health Institute
MAY 1, 2020
HIPAA Medical Records Release The HIPAA Privacy Rule grants patients or their personal representatives the right to receive, inspect and review their health information. Covered entities, to comply with the Privacy Rule, must follow HIPAA medical records release rules, … Read more. The post HIPAA Medical Records Release appeared first on TBH Institute Blog. HIPAA
Electronic Health Reporter
FEBRUARY 8, 2019
The data backup plan was established as a mandatory stage of HIPAA compliance to create, implement and maintain a set of rules and procedures for healthcare organizations to follow when managing the backup and restore requirements of electronic protected health information (ePHI). The article What Is Your HIPAA Data Backup Plan? Editorial Atlantic.Net data backup plan HIPAA compliance HIPAA Security Rule Marty Puranik
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