The Health Information Technology for Economic and Clinical Health Act (HITECH) is a significant piece of U.S. legislation enacted as part of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) of 2009. It aims to promote the adoption and meaningful use of health information technology, particularly electronic health records (EHRs). HITECH was developed to accelerate the …
What is HIPAA? The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) sets out various rules and restrictions regarding the use and disclosure of individuals’ protected health information (PHI). Who needs to adhere to HIPAA? Those who need to adhere to HIPAA regulations are: Health insurance companies, healthcare clearinghouses, business associates, employers (employers that sponsor group …
The HIPAA Breach Notification Rule is a federal regulation under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) that requires covered entities and their business associates to provide notification following a breach of unsecured protected health information (PHI). Enforced by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), the rule outlines how breaches should …
The HIPAA Business Associate framework is a vital part of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), aimed at protecting the privacy and security of protected health information (PHI). Understanding what a business associate is, what they need to do, and the agreements they must have in place is key for staying compliant in …
The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996, or HIPAA, is a set of rules that specify how protected health information may be used and disclosed legally (PHI). The Office for Civil Rights (OCR) and the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) both enforce HIPAA compliance laws (OCR). The OCR’s responsibility in preserving …
When it comes to HIPAA compliance, there’s a lot of confusion around who is and isn’t a covered entity. That’s why we’re breaking it down for you. HIPAA covered entities are any organization or individual that creates, receives, maintains, or transmits protected health information in the course of carrying out its activities and functions. In …
As you know, HIPAA requires you to have safeguards in place to protect patients’ private health information. A solid disaster recovery plan helps ensure you stay compliant if anything goes wrong, like a data breach, natural disaster, or system failure. A disaster could strike at any time, and you need to be prepared. Where do …
HIPAA Employee Training refers to the process of educating and instructing individuals employed by healthcare organizations about the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). This training is essential to ensure that employees understand their responsibilities regarding patient privacy and data security, as mandated by HIPAA regulations. HIPAA Employee Training Requirements HIPAA sets the below …
A HIPAA Identifier, also known as a HIPAA PHI Identifier, is a term used in the context of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) to refer to specific pieces of information that can be used to identify individuals’ protected health information (PHI). HIPAA Identifiers are crucial components of healthcare privacy regulations, as they …
The HIPAA Omnibus Rule, finalized on March 26, 2013, represents a major update to the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) regulations. This rule was designed to enhance the protection of patient health information in response to advancements in health technology and new privacy concerns. It incorporates elements from the Health Information Technology for …
The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) Privacy Rule represents a fundamental component in the safeguarding of personal health information (PHI). Established by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), the Privacy Rule sets national standards for the protection of individually identifiable health information held by covered entities and their business associates. …
What are HIPAA rules and regulations? The HIPAA laws and regulations include instructions on how to secure protected health information (PHI), use it appropriately, and respond in the event of a PHI breach. The HIPAA Privacy Rules, Security Rules, and Breach Notification Rules make up the three main parts of the HIPAA Rules and Regulations. …
The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) is a landmark legislation in the United States that sets standards for protecting sensitive patient information known as Protected Health Information (PHI). To ensure compliance with HIPAA regulations and safeguard the privacy and security of PHI, covered entities and their business associates are required to conduct regular …
HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) safeguards are measures required to protect the privacy and security of protected health information (PHI). These safeguards are divided into three categories: administrative, physical, and technical. Each type of safeguard states the specific actions and policies that healthcare organizations must implement to comply with HIPAA regulations. Implementing these …
HIPAA sanctions are the penalties and corrective measures taken against business associates who don’t follow the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). These sanctions play a key role in making sure HIPAA rules are followed and that people’s health information is kept safe. The penalties can vary from fines to required corrective actions, and …
The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) establishes specific HIPAA training requirements for covered entities and their business associates. These requirements ensure that all workforce members are knowledgeable about HIPAA privacy and HIPAA security policies and procedures. Meeting these HIPAA privacy training requirements is crucial for protecting the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of protected …
What is HIPAA? HIPAA stands for the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996. It is a federal law that provides privacy standards to protect medical information about individuals, as well as security measures to safeguard the integrity of electronic protected health information (ePHI). HIPAA requires healthcare providers, insurers, and other entities that handle …
HITRUST certification is a widely acknowledged framework for assessing and managing the information security and privacy controls of healthcare organizations. The Health Information Trust Alliance (HITRUST) awards this certification, designed to ensure organizations handling sensitive healthcare information adhere to specific security and privacy standards. What are the differences between HIPAA and HITRUST? Check our blog …
