The Security Rule protects confidentiality, availability and integrity of PHI – if a patient receives the wrong kidney, the hospital fails its responsibility.
Ransomware and medical identity theft continue to plague healthcare and patients suffer the consequences. Use Risk Analysis – Risk Management to fight back.
Failing the basics of the HIPAA Security Rule leads to harsh settlement agreement, a fine, and three years of monitoring for compliance.
Staying on top of the latest cyber threats is essential – thieves are more sophisticated about how to make money off your data – take steps to defend yourself.
Some of the largest HIPAA breaches occur at Business Associate vendors since they hold data from so many different providers.
One ransomware incident can disrupt operations for days, force patients to go to other providers for critical care and cost millions.
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