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The Importance of HIPAA Risk Assessments: A Crucial Step for Compliance

Navigating the Challenges of the Security Rule Since the publication of the Security Rule in 2005, HIPAA Risk Assessments have been a mandatory requirement for covered entities. Despite this long-standing necessity, many entities—particularly smaller ones—struggle to conduct comprehensive and meaningful risk assessments annually. This article explores the significance of these assessments and the challenges covered…