Creative HIPAA training methods in an evolving environment

August 3, 2020
Briefings on HIPAA

An organization’s privacy and security policies are only as effective as its training. All the right work can be done at the top level, but if the messages are not clearly disseminated to staff, an organization can find itself in a difficult position.

The future of telehealth and HIPAA: How organizations should prepare for a changing landscape

August 10, 2020
Briefings on HIPAA

The novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic upended the U.S. healthcare system in innumerable ways. Experts believe the new post-COVID-19 normal will not be exactly the same as it was pre-pandemic. For one, telehealth is here to stay.

Addressing HIPAA myths and providing answers

August 17, 2020
Briefings on HIPAA

Have you ever heard someone say, “I can’t tell you because HIPAA says I can’t”? Often, that’s not true.

HIPAA Q&A: PHI disposal, breach notification, electronic records

August 24, 2020
Briefings on HIPAA

Q: Many organizations have outsourced their PHI disposal for years. With coronavirus limiting the number of people coming in and out of medical facilities, what are your suggestions for organizations that now have to take care of PHI disposal themselves? What are the most important things to remember when handling this process?