A look at encryption, breaches, and policies
Tips from this month's issue
It's one of the most common questions privacy and security officers ask, and one I hear frequently myself: "How can I prepare for HIPAA compliance?"
It's time for your organization to begin its risk assessment--do you know where your PHI is?
Q: I work for a hospital with a geriatric psychiatry unit. Many patients are discharged to nursing homes.
The HIPAA Omnibus Rule, which includes modifications to the privacy and security rules, is in full effect now. And guess what? There's no reason to be terrified.
