HIPAA Seal of Compliance = Consumer Fraud
Healthcare IT Today
JANUARY 19, 2021
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) announced a consumer fraud settlement against a company that displayed a ‘HIPAA Compliant’ seal on its website.
New HIPAA Security Rule and Enforcement Coming in 2024
Healthcare IT Today
DECEMBER 22, 2023
Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) said it will update the HIPAA Security Rule in 2024 and will ask Congress for new laws and resources to increase civil money penalties for HIPAA violations, increase HIPAA enforcement, and conduct proactive audits.
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7 Mistakes To Avoid When Selecting Healthcare Cybersecurity Insurance
Electronic Health Reporter
JANUARY 28, 2020
The article 7 Mistakes To Avoid When Selecting Healthcare Cybersecurity Insurance appeared first on electronichealthreporter.com. True Story: An employee at one New England medical practice stayed after hours to search patient records for gossip on her neighbor. […].
Healthcare Cybersecurity – 2024 Health IT Predictions
Healthcare IT Today
JANUARY 3, 2024
All of this year’s 2024 health IT predictions (updated as they’re shared): John and Colin’s 2024 Healthcare IT Predictions Health Equity Predictions Healthcare Cybersecurity Predictions And now, check out our community’s Healthcare Cybersecurity predictions.
Should Government Play a Bigger Role in Healthcare Cybersecurity?
Healthcare IT Today
SEPTEMBER 4, 2024
In light of that, many have wondered whether the government has a role to play in healthcare cybersecurity. To get an answer to that question, and to several other healthcare cybersecurity challenges, we asked Ty Greenhalgh, Industry Principal at Medigate by Claroty. Here are his responses.
Unlocking Healthcare’s Mobile Future: HIPAA-Compliant BYOD
Healthcare IT Today
APRIL 4, 2024
No doubt it’s the biggest risk to a healthcare organization and the attackers only need a slight opening in your security defenses to wreak havoc. Plus, healthcare has up to $1.5 Million in HIPAA fines. The question I’d ask is when did you last look at that plan?
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Why Human Error is Just as Risky As Ransomware for Healthcare Cybersecurity
Healthcare IT Today
JULY 14, 2021
Ransomware attacks continue to plague the healthcare industry. In all, cyberattacks on healthcare more than doubled last year, with ransomware making up 28% of those attacks. But healthcare IT leaders have another cybersecurity challenge to overcome: human error. According to Verizon’s 2021 Data […].
Blackwell Security Raises $13M Co-Led by General Catalyst and Rally Ventures to Empower Healthcare Cybersecurity Operations
Healthcare IT Today
MAY 30, 2024
However, without the proper resources, it’s nearly impossible for healthcare organizations to successfully safeguard patient data, especially with evolving cyber threats and increasing regulatory pressures. Together, alongside our healthcare practitioners, we’re able to confront these issues head-on.
Why HHS’ Cybersecurity Concept Paper Falls Short for Healthcare
Healthcare IT Today
JANUARY 12, 2024
First and foremost, if you’re treating patients, there should be a clear mandate for certain minimum cybersecurity standards. For example, in the healthcare industry, we have to abide by HIPAA — a law that helps protect the privacy and security of people’s health information.
October Is For Cybersecurity Awareness Month: Essential HIPAA Security Risk Assessment
Telebehavioral Health Institute
SEPTEMBER 29, 2022
When considering healthcare cybersecurity best practices, HIPAA security risk assessments and HIPAA remediation plans are essential. With October being “Cybersecurity Awareness Month,” security education and planning should be at the top of the list for many healthcare businesses. .
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Healthcare Cybersecurity – Familiar and Unfamiliar Risks?
Healthcare IT Today
NOVEMBER 14, 2019
The following is a guest article by Andy Nieto, Global Healthcare Solutions Manager for Lenovo Health. As healthcare continues its digital transformation journey, providing care is becoming easier and more efficient for providers. Technologies like cloud computing and IoT devices carry inherent risks associated with cybersecurity.
The Importance of Healthcare Cybersecurity: Best Practices for Protecting Patient Data and Ensuring HIPAA Compliance
DrKumo Remote Patient Monitoring
JANUARY 5, 2023
According to the HIPAA Journal , between 2009 and 2021, the Department of Health and Human Services’ Office for Civil Rights received reports of 4,419 healthcare data breaches of 500 or more records each. These breaches resulted in the loss, theft, exposure, or unauthorized disclosure of a total of 314,063,186 healthcare records.
A Healthcare CIO’s Guide to HIPAA Compliance in Co-working Spaces
Healthcare IT Today
OCTOBER 13, 2020
In the case of healthcare, one of the lines of thought has been as to whether or not team members not directly involved in patient care or support need to be located at facilities where it takes place. COVID-19 has caused a rethinking in how companies view office space and corporate real estate. Another thought […].
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116 5 Ways to Ensure Compliance with Healthcare Cybersecurity Regulations and Frameworks
DrKumo Remote Patient Monitoring
JANUARY 29, 2023
Thus, compliance with healthcare cybersecurity regulations is essential for healthcare organizations to protect patient data and maintain trust. We will provide 5 tips to help healthcare organizations keep their cybersecurity regulations in check when implementing remote patient monitoring.
The Difference Between HL7 and APIs: What CIOs Need to Know to Succeed with the 21st Century CURES Act Final Rule
Healthcare IT Today
AUGUST 25, 2020
Further reinforcing the original intent of HIPAA, this empowers patients to download their data and use […]. The reason being is because patients are now entitled to use Application Programming Interfaces to download their health data into their application of choice.
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Introducing Healthcare Cybersecurity Solutions: The Safest Way To Protect Your Patients
DrKumo Remote Patient Monitoring
DECEMBER 21, 2022
It is essential for healthcare organizations to implement effective cybersecurity solutions to protect their patients and their own interests. What is Healthcare Cybersecurity? How it Differs from Traditional Cybersecurity? Healthcare cybersecurity differs from traditional cybersecurity in a few ways.
Texting patient information – The latest from CMS
Health Blawg
JANUARY 9, 2018
In order to be compliant with the CoPs or CfCs [Conditions for Coverage], all providers must utilize and maintain systems/platforms that are secure, encrypted, and minimize the risks to patient privacy and confidentiality as per HIPAA regulations and the CoPs or CfCs. This is clear. until the next clarification comes along. David Harlow.
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How To Safeguard Healthcare Data and Systems in The Digital Age
Healthcare IT Today
SEPTEMBER 5, 2024
Navigating HIPAA Compliance: A Foundation for Protecting Patient Data For healthcare organizations, staying compliant with HIPAA is essential to safeguard patient data. And don’t forget to regularly review and update access permissions as roles and responsibilities change.
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Facebook (Meta) Sued Over Data Privacy Practices in Healthcare With Meta Pixel
Telebehavioral Health Institute
AUGUST 10, 2022
Meta did not enter into HIPAA Business Associate Agreements (BAAs) with the organizations in question. Facebook’s use of Meta Pixel amid ever-increasing healthcare cybersecurity concerns raises many questions. HIPAA Compliant Cybersecurity: Practical Implementation Tips.
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How Healthcare Organizations Can Deploy Data Security More Holistically To Prevent Third-Party Breaches
Healthcare IT Today
AUGUST 20, 2024
As the healthcare industry continues to embrace technological advancements, these organizations must strike a delicate balance between innovation and security to navigate the evolving landscape of healthcare cybersecurity and defend against threat actors.
Security and Privacy Hurdles Plaguing AI-Driven Health Services
Healthcare IT Today
OCTOBER 25, 2023
The Intersection of HIPPA and AI Solutions When it comes to healthcare, specifically the Healthcare Insurance Portability and Accountability Act, we need to consider two critical concepts before we look at AI solutions developed by a vendor in the HIPAA realm. So, HIPAA may not apply.
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Ensuring the Security and Privacy of Patient Data while Managing Large Volumes of Electronic Health Records (EHRs)
Healthcare IT Today
DECEMBER 10, 2024
Look for HIPAA compliance, EPCS compliance, HITRUST certification, ONC Certified HIT certification, SOC-2 Type II certification, and more. These practices play a critical role in maintaining data accuracy and compliance with regulations like HIPAA, while EMR and PM systems ensure data is encrypted and accessible through role-based controls.
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HIMSS24 Cyber Forum keynote stresses collaboration on standards
Healthcare IT News - Telehealth
MARCH 11, 2024
Constitution as one of the original agencies," she told top healthcare cybersecurity leaders there to discuss the best cybersecurity practices and strategies to secure data and ultimately protect healthcare delivery. "Our mission dates all the way back to the U.S. system of weights and measures.
Weekly Roundup – December 23, 2023
Healthcare IT Today
DECEMBER 23, 2023
Each week, we’ll be providing a look back at the articles we posted and why they’re important to the healthcare IT community. New HIPAA Security Rule – and Enforcement – Is Coming in 2024. Read more… A Three-Pronged Approach to Fortifying Healthcare Cybersecurity.
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Three Steps to Unlock the Power of AI for Healthcare Transformation
Healthcare IT Today
DECEMBER 2, 2024
Are there standardized protocols for data collection that ensure compliance with regulations such as HIPAA? As healthcare leaders integrate advanced AI solutions within their enterprise, ensuring data integrity from the outset is a critical step in successful AI implementation.
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Healthcare Cybersecurity: Best Practices for Data Protection
DrKumo Remote Patient Monitoring
JANUARY 19, 2023
When it comes to cybersecurity, it is important for organizations to take a proactive approach and implement strong safeguards to protect against potential threats. Healthcare cybersecurity refers to the measures and practices put in place to protect sensitive data and systems within the healthcare industry.
Best Cybersecurity Practices for Patient Data Sharing in Healthcare
Healthcare IT Today
OCTOBER 28, 2024
The Importance of Cybersecurity in Healthcare The healthcare sector is uniquely vulnerable to cybersecurity breaches. 2023 was a record year, with 114 data breaches of 100,000 or more records reported to The HIPAA Journal. Cybercriminals are drawn to healthcare data as bees are to honey.
What role does deep packet inspection play in cyber security?
Lloyd Price
APRIL 7, 2023
Compliance and Regulation: DPI can help organizations to comply with industry regulations and standards, such as the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) or the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). Has deep packet inspection been successful for healthcare cyber security?
Tech On the Front Lines: 3 Things Healthcare Organizations Must Do to Improve Security
Healthcare IT Today
AUGUST 23, 2021
The past year has brought some sobering statistics to light regarding healthcare cybersecurity. Despite HIPAA and its strict regulations, reports show a staggering 25% increase in data breaches throughout the industry in the past year. The following is a guest article by Rom Hendler, CEO and Co-Founder at Trustifi.
Healthcare Cyber Security 2024: Key M&A Themes and Future Trends
Lloyd Price
JULY 8, 2024
Exec Summary: Healthcare cybersecurity is a vital field safeguarding electronic patient information, medical devices, and healthcare systems from cyberattacks. Availability: Guarantees that authorised personnel can access critical healthcare systems and patient data whenever needed, preventing disruptions due to cyberattacks.
Enhancing Healthcare Cybersecurity Through Legacy System Retirement and Data Archiving
Healthcare IT Today
SEPTEMBER 26, 2019
The following is a guest blog post by Justin Campbell, Vice President, Strategy, at Galen Healthcare Solutions. According to an investigation by ProPublica and German radio and TV network Bayerischer Rundfunk, medical data of more than 5MM U.S.
Healthcare Cyber Security 2023: Key M&A Themes and Future Trends
Lloyd Price
JUNE 18, 2023
Exec Summary: There have been 49 healthcare cybersecurity M&A deals this year as of June 18, 2023. The most active acquirers in the healthcare cybersecurity M&A space in 2023 have been Symphony Technology Group (10 deals), Thoma Bravo (7 deals), and Insight Partners (6 deals). To reduce competition.
Don’t Let the Adversary Operate In Your Blind Spot
Healthcare IT Today
MARCH 3, 2023
Before his role at Clearwater, Dave served as the Director of Technology and Security at Mary Washington Healthcare, where he was responsible for technology leadership and served as the HIPAA Security Officer.
Updates to NIST Cybersecurity Framework Under Review
Telebehavioral Health Institute
AUGUST 24, 2022
The framework aims to create a comprehensive cybersecurity framework for healthcare to meet HIPAA Security Rule requirements. Healthcare organizations and providers are invited to provide feedback through September 21, 2022. NIST Cybersecurity Framework & the HIPAA Security Rule.
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CloudWave Expands Its Healthcare Cybersecurity Portfolio with the Acquisition of Sensato Cybersecurity; Appoints John Gomez as Chief Security and Engineering Officer
Healthcare IT Today
DECEMBER 8, 2022
The Sensato Cybersecurity suite is a natural fit with CloudWave’s OpSus Cloud Services. It will enable hospitals to implement a fully managed cybersecurity program, resulting in full HIPAA and NIST compliance, with end-to-end service and support from a single provider.
5 Best Practices for Securing Your Healthcare Data with Cybersecurity Companies
DrKumo Remote Patient Monitoring
DECEMBER 23, 2022
However, there are five best practices that HCPs should follow when working with these companies to ensure their healthcare data is secure. When performing due diligence on a healthcare cybersecurity provider, HCPs or other medical institutions should thoroughly research the company’s background and experience.
Security as the Standard: Utilizing the Cloud for Private Healthcare Data
Healthcare IT Today
SEPTEMBER 18, 2023
Today, advanced security measures like encryption and access controls help to protect data from unauthorized access, which is important for patient privacy and allows institutions to comply with regulations like the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).
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75 Texting patient information – The latest from CMS
Health Blawg
JANUARY 9, 2018
In order to be compliant with the CoPs or CfCs [Conditions for Coverage], all providers must utilize and maintain systems/platforms that are secure, encrypted, and minimize the risks to patient privacy and confidentiality as per HIPAA regulations and the CoPs or CfCs. This is clear. until the next clarification comes along. David Harlow.
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Texting patient information – The latest from CMS
Health Blawg
JANUARY 9, 2018
In order to be compliant with the CoPs or CfCs [Conditions for Coverage], all providers must utilize and maintain systems/platforms that are secure, encrypted, and minimize the risks to patient privacy and confidentiality as per HIPAA regulations and the CoPs or CfCs. This is clear. until the next clarification comes along. David Harlow.
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Texting patient information – The latest from CMS
Health Blawg
JANUARY 9, 2018
In order to be compliant with the CoPs or CfCs [Conditions for Coverage], all providers must utilize and maintain systems/platforms that are secure, encrypted, and minimize the risks to patient privacy and confidentiality as per HIPAA regulations and the CoPs or CfCs. This is clear. until the next clarification comes along. David Harlow.
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Texting patient information – The latest from CMS
Health Blawg
JANUARY 9, 2018
In order to be compliant with the CoPs or CfCs [Conditions for Coverage], all providers must utilize and maintain systems/platforms that are secure, encrypted, and minimize the risks to patient privacy and confidentiality as per HIPAA regulations and the CoPs or CfCs. This is clear. until the next clarification comes along. David Harlow.
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Healthcare Data Security & Insurance Challenges and Solutions
Healthcare IT Today
JUNE 12, 2024
Federal guidelines like the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) outline the responsibility of healthcare providers when it comes to creating, analyzing, and distributing Protected Health Information (PHI).
Recent HHS Settlement Underscores the Importance Compliance Plays in Cybersecurity
Healthcare IT Today
DECEMBER 13, 2023
Whether you need HIPAA, OSHA, SOC 2, or all three, your compliance program is fully customizable. Remove the complexities and stress of compliance, increase patient loyalty and the profitability of your business, and reduce risk.
Cybersecurity’s Role in the Office of the Chief Medical Officer
Healthcare IT Today
FEBRUARY 5, 2024
In the event cyber protections fail, patient data can be exposed — violating compliance laws including the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), which carries sizable fines — and brings significant operational consequences. The stakes are high to succeed.
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