HIPAA

The best way to approach all medical records in relation to HIPAA and the HITECH Act is the same as you do with patients: use universal precautions.

EHRs can indeed reduce costs and improve patient care, but they can also provide legal issues if the rules for their use are ignored.

Even following the HIPAA Security Rule, which requires protecting computer systems with anti-virus and anti-spam, computers can still get infected. Why is that?

Chances are good that you have some major ticking software time bombs lurking in your medical practice's computer environment, namely Windows XP and Server 2003.

Two experienced healthcare attorneys provide clarity, tips, and answer medical practice inquiries in this webinar on HIPAA.

Failing to fully examine an EHR vendor may have significant financial consequences for your medical practice. Here's a recent example.

The physicians' oath not only predicts major federal statutes, but also reminds that a respectful team approach to healthcare is vital.

So you think using a certified EHR makes your organization HIPAA secure? Think again. Careless users and mobile devices represent your greatest risk.

You've been breached - now what? Here's what to do in that first, all-important 24 hours.

The best defense is a good offense. Arm yourself with knowledge on what new federal healthcare fraud and abuse measures mean for your practice.

Your practice may want to consider purchasing insurance to cover the costs of a potential HIPAA breach.

How physicians can text patients and colleagues without landing in hot water with HIPAA regulators.

When considering HIPAA, physicians should include state law claims for inappropriate access to medical records.

The main themes of this year's conference were the ongoing quest toward interoperability among EHRs and other systems, plus HIPAA security and mobility.

Physicians need to establish an effective Enterprise Risk Management plan when assessing risk in relation to HIPAA and the HITECH Act.

A look at the HIPAA Omnibus Rule may also provide physicians with some ways to examine other compliance issues and impact revenues as well.

Sharing data can help streamline patient care. But many physicians are hesitant given the obstacles and potential consequences of losing this information in transit.

While clinicians love their iPads, Dell is betting they’ll also love the Latitude 10 tablet’s higher-level mobile security features.

The new HIPAA Omnibus Rule includes heightened attention on business associate agreements. Here are some details your medical practice should know.

The government is now coming after small practices that violate HIPAA. Here are ten do's and don'ts to help you up your game.

Penalties for mismanaging medical records are steep. Make sure you understand your practice's legal obligations as medical records custodian.

California-based attorney Martha Ann (Marty) Knutson explains five key components of the recently updated HIPAA Omnibus Rule.

It's a good time for medical practices to review their de-identification methods to avoid a potential HIPAA violation under recently released rules.

The feeling of innovation that comes from using an EHR can also be matched by the fear that a HIPAA violation is more likely to occur.

If your medical practice has contracts or affiliations with the military, you need to be aware of additional privacy regulations.