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…
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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…