by NMoench | Jun 19, 2018 | Uncategorized
The name Discovering HIPAA reveals something unique about our HIPAA training. It is based on the Discovery Learning Theory. Discovery Learning is a theory of education that requires the student to participate in the learning. The Discovery Learning method... by tduval | Apr 30, 2018 | Uncategorized
Common Misconceptions about HIPAA Here are some common myths about HIPAA compliance that we’ve heard from small to mid-size covered entities and business associates across the country: HIPAA only regulates electronically transmitted data. HIPAA applies to all forms of... by tduval | Apr 16, 2018 | Uncategorized
What is HIPAA? HIPPA stands for the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (1996) This is a Federal Statute to improve national standards for electronic health care transactions, unique health identifiers, and security. Congress recognized that advances... by Discovering HIPAA | Nov 29, 2017 | Uncategorized
The Office of Civil Rights (OCR) in the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is responsible for enforcement of the HIPAA law. These enforcements aren’t all just “guidelines” however. OCR began enforcement efforts in earnest in 2011. Since... by Discovering HIPAA | Nov 22, 2017 | Uncategorized
While interesting and unusual HIPAA breaches happen, the most common HIPAA breaches in healthcare are still old fashion human error. Since 2004, the Number One cause of breaches has been impermissible uses and disclosures. This can be anything from an email sent... by Discovering HIPAA | Jul 6, 2016 | Uncategorized
HIPAA standards seem to be ever-changing and can often be confusing for the average business owner or manager in the medical field. Sometimes, the best way to learn about what you should be doing when it comes to HIPAA compliance is to hear examples of what you...
