Security

Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) is a security measure that can be enabled. What does MFA do and how does it help your office maintain HIPAA compliance?

Many cybersecurity events and breaches are the result of us failing to keep our computers and computer programs up to date. The process of keeping our systems up to date is known as PATCHING.

in order to be HIPAA Compliant, you must maintain a "Culture of Compliance" at your office. This can include keeping your software up-to-date, regular required training and addressing risks that pose to your office. This month we address Credit Card security, Web Browser security and Cell Phone Security

While passwords are good security tools, we cannot blindly rely on them to protect our computers.

in order to be HIPAA Compliant, you must maintain a "Culture of Compliance" at your office. This can include keeping your software up-to-date, regular required training and addressing risks that pose to your office. This month we address Phishing Emails, Battery Backups and Proper Disposal of Copiers/Printers/Fax Machines

Amidst all of the other events in Washington DC in January, a law was passed that amended the HIPAA Regulations. . The amendment requires the department of Health and Human Services to take certain items into account during a HIPAA investigation. The text of the bill reads as follows: