There are many nuances to the Privacy, Security, and Compliance game, not the least of which is controlling access to computer systems on networks that contain Protected Health Information (PHI). There are three simple things that will greatly improve the privacy, security and compliance of any office. Implementing them into your environment in such a manner that work flow efficiency will not be negatively affected, is the critical component in…
Read MoreWhat’s a Data Breach
Breach as defined by HHS
From the HHS.gov website: Definition of Breach A breach is, generally, an impermissible use or disclosure under the Privacy Rule that compromises the security or privacy of the protected health information. An impermissible use or disclosure of protected health information is presumed to be a breach unless the covered entity or business associate, as applicable, demonstrates that there is a low probability that the protected health information has been…