The 42 CFR Part 2 final rule brings substantial changes for HIPAA privacy compliance leaders, notably aligning the confidentiality of substance use disorder patient records with HIPAA standards.
This article reviews malware basics and covers tips that healthcare employees can implement to avoid cyberattacks that could put protected health information (PHI) at risk.
The National Institute of Standards and Technology's (NIST) updated publication provides practical guidance and resources that can be used to help safeguard health information and better understand the security concepts discussed in the HIPAA Security Rule.
The Office for Civil Rights (OCR) recently issued updated guidance regarding the use of online tracking technologies, which is especially relevant due to the widespread adoption of these technologies across various digital platforms, including websites and mobile apps.
Providers have seen a 107% increase from 2018 to 2022 in reported breaches involving more than 500 people. This indicates a growing challenge in maintaining compliance and securing patient information, emphasizing the need for enhanced security measures and vigilance.
In a significant development underscoring the growing threat of cyberattacks in the healthcare sector, the Office for Civil Rights recently announced a settlement concerning a ransomware attack that compromised the protected health information of over 14,000 individuals.
Learn about recent Medicare Advantage (MA) developments regarding commercial criteria and artificial intelligence, as well as new guidelines for texting patient information.
A January report unveiled a staggering data leak dubbed the “Mother of All Breaches”, which encompassed data from numerous previous breaches, totaling approximately 12 terabytes and over 26 billion records.
