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.

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.

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.

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?