Does HIPAA Apply After Death? Limitations of HIPAA Rules
A common misconception in the healthcare industry is that privacy rights end when a patient’s life does. However, for any organization handling sensitive data, understanding how the law follows a patient into the afterlife is critical for staying compliant and...
HIPAA Compliance: A Constant Pulse, Not an Annual Event
For many Covered Entities and Business Associates, HIPAA compliance is viewed as a “one-and-done” annual event. You check the boxes, conduct your staff training, finish your Risk Assessment, and breathe a sigh of relief. However, the Department of Health and Human...
The $245,000 Wake-Up Call: Why Your Employee Benefits Plan is a HIPAA Target
When most business owners hear the word “HIPAA,” they think of hospitals, doctors’ offices, and pharmacies. If you are an employer group or an insurance agent, there is a dangerous misconception that a company’s internal health plan is somehow exempt from this federal...
Managed HIPAA Compliance vs. Internal Compliance Teams: Which is Right for Your Organization?
For any modern organization, HIPAA compliance is not a “one and done” checklist. It is a living, breathing requirement that demands constant vigilance. As the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) increases its audit frequency and cyberattacks...