I know, I know, the subject is ominous, but I had to get you to read this! We really are here to help you avoid the complications of a failed HIPAA Audit! As healthcare providers, you understand your patients want frank “give it to me straight” talk when discussing their care. When discussing Privacy, Security and Compliance, I’m hoping you want “give it to me straight” talk! So here it…
Read MoreTop 5 Threats to the Privacy & Security of your Client & Patient Data
The NSA recently published a document confirming what we’ve known about computer networks for years, “The question is not IF a system will be compromised, but WHEN”. This document’s basic premise is that Computer Security Professionals are well aware of the basic practices to prevent attacks, but does the business owner know? Do you? Top 5 Threats Internal Threats – Intentional and Accidental information breaches Spear Phishing Server security configuration…
Read MoreLincare Inc. ordered to Pay almost $240K HIPAA Violation
Headlines From HHS.gov “Administrative Law Judge rules in favor of OCR enforcement, requiring Lincare, Inc. to pay $239,800” Dental and Medical – IT Security – IT MATTERS US Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Office of Civil Rights (OCR) Administrative Law Judge ruled that Lincare Inc. violated HIPAA rules, and is required to pay $239,800! This is serious! The investigation began after someone complained to HHS that a Lincare…
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