Sharing office space can make a lot of sense for healthcare providers. It’s cost-effective, it looks professional, and it can even make things more convenient for patients. But there’s a side most providers don’t think about: when you share space, you can also share HIPAA liability. And here’s the kicker — even if you’re doing…
On December 27, 2024, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Office for Civil Rights (OCR) released a proposal to update the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) Security Rule. The primary goal of these updates is to better protect patient data from cyber threats. To information security professionals, this proposal brings…
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…
