Q: If we end a contract with a business associate (BA), does the BA need to provide us with assurance that all protected health information (PHI) has been destroyed? Is this something that should be written into the initial contract? What are the steps to take if the BA does not respond to requests to confirm deletion of PHI?
As we cope with the COVID-19 pandemic, it is important to take a few extra measures to protect your organization, your patients, and your clients—as well as your data.
Q: What are the essential steps when conducting a risk analysis? Are there any sample tools out there to provide guidance on best practices for risk analyses? How often should organizations be conducting these tests?
The complexity and competitiveness of today’s business environment require that organizations have early warning systems to identify times when they face certain risks. Compliance officers should be active participants in the organization’s risk assessment process.
Q: Workers will likely remain remote for the foreseeable future, but as coffee shops and restaurants begin to reopen, it’s possible that employees may be accessing protected health information (PH) in these locations. While it is best practice to avoid doing this altogether, what should employees do to avoid exposing PHI in this scenario?
