by Jillian Chubbuck | Aug 2, 2023 | Agents & Brokers, Agents and Brokers, Uncategorized
In the world of healthcare, patient privacy and data confidentiality are of utmost importance. To ensure the protection of sensitive information related to Substance Use Disorder (SUD) patients, the US Department of Health and Human Services and The Substance Abuse...
by Jason Karn | Jul 12, 2023 | Business Associates, Medical & Dental Providers, Medical Providers, Privacy
Security is crucial for hospitals and doctors’ offices to protect sensitive patient information. In this blog post, we’ll explore the significance of physical and network security. The Impact of Physical Security Imagine walking into a clean and...
by Jason Karn | Jun 28, 2023 | Audit, Blog, Breach, Complaints, Employers, General
So you’ve decided to go self-funded* for the employee health plan at your company. You may have been wondering if this means you’ll have to do something about “HIPAA”. If that didn’t cross your mind, hopefully you have a benefits manager or an insurance agent...
by Jillian Chubbuck | May 31, 2023 | Agents & Brokers, Agents and Brokers, Blog, Business Associates, Dental Providers, Employers, General, Medical & Dental Providers, Medical Providers, Privacy
HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) has evolved over the years to adapt to advancements in healthcare and technology. The 2013 HIPAA Omnibus Final Rule expanded its scope, and now the HIPAA Privacy Rule is set to change again in 2023. This...
by Tessa Kroninger | May 17, 2023 | Agents & Brokers, Agents and Brokers, Blog, Breach, Business Associates, Dental Providers, Employers, Encryption, File Sharing, General, Medical & Dental Providers, Medical Providers, Privacy, Security
A HIPAA Prime client emailed and called us on a Tuesday afternoon to let us know that earlier that day their email had been hacked and a phishing email was sent out to over 1,000 contacts that included clients. The Total HIPAA Compliance Team immediately called...
by Tessa Kroninger | May 10, 2023 | Agents & Brokers, Agents and Brokers, Audit, Breach, Business Associates, Dental Providers, Employers, General, Medical & Dental Providers, Medical Providers, Privacy, Security
We received a call from a new client that came to us with a breach, and needed a comprehensive HIPAA Compliance Plan as quickly as possible in preparation for an HHS Audit. The Breach Years ago this client hired a very reputable Business Associate (BA) to store...
by Jason Karn | Apr 19, 2023 | Agents & Brokers, Agents and Brokers
Introduction: As a health insurance agent, understanding the complexities of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act, or HIPAA, is essential. One of the critical aspects of HIPAA is the Business Associate Agreement (BAA). What is included in a typical...
by Jason Karn | Apr 5, 2023 | Agents & Brokers, Agents and Brokers, Blog, Business Associates, Dental Providers, Employers, Medical & Dental Providers, Medical Providers
Are you using Google services to store or process protected health information (PHI)? If so, establishing a Business Associate Agreement (BAA) with Google is crucial to ensure your organization complies with HIPAA regulations. A BAA is a legally binding contract that...
by Tessa Kroninger | Mar 29, 2023 | Agents & Brokers, Business Associates, COVID-19, Employers, Medical & Dental Providers
Many HIPAA compliant organizations need to send and receive electronic Protected Health Information (ePHI) on a regular basis. HIPAA requires you to secure information at rest, in transit, and in storage. If you fax PHI, you must ensure the safety of this sensitive...
by Jason Karn | Mar 29, 2023 | Agents & Brokers, Business Associates, COVID-19, Employers, Medical & Dental Providers
HIPAA compliant file sharing apps are necessary if your company is dealing with personal health data. File sharing is a critical tool used by businesses and healthcare providers to easily share, control, and protect important files stored in the cloud. These...
