What Does “Reasonable and Appropriate” Mean in 2025?
In the world of HIPAA, “reasonable and appropriate” isn’t just legal jargon—it’s the core standard shaping how healthcare organizations secure patient data. And in 2025, the expectations behind this crucial phrase have significantly changed.
What is Required in a HIPAA Security Risk Analysis?
What exactly does an SRA involve? It’s a structured evaluation of potential risks to the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of your electronic protected health information (ePHI).
Credential Stuffing: A Growing Cybersecurity Threat in Healthcare
Credential stuffing exploits reused passwords to access sensitive data, posing significant risks to organizations and requiring proactive cybersecurity measures.
Why Network Vulnerability Assessments Are Essential in Healthcare
A network vulnerability assessment (NVA) identifies and addresses weak points in IT environments before they can be exploited.
Outdated Systems, Modern Solutions in Healthcare
Outdated Systems, Modern Solutions in Healthcare Resources Blog Discover how outdated systems in healthcare create risks and learn practical steps to modernize and ensure HIPAA compliance. Healthcare organizations often face a shared challenge: legacy systems. These are the tools and processes once considered cutting-edge but which now pose risks due to their outdated nature. From […]
Insider Threats in Healthcare: Addressing the Risks from Within
Insider Threats in Healthcare Addressing the Risks from Within Resources Blog Insider threats—whether intentional or accidental—pose a serious risk to the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of patient data. Understanding Insider Threats When we think of healthcare data breaches, the first image that comes to mind is often an external hacker breaking through firewalls or phishing […]
How HIPAA Adapts During Emergencies
How HIPAA Adapts During Emergencies Ensuring Quick, Secure Decisions When It Matters Most Resources Blog Explore how HIPAA adapts during emergencies, enabling swift, secure healthcare responses while maintaining patient privacy and regulatory compliance. Emergencies strike without warning, whether it’s a car crash on a busy highway, a natural disaster like a hurricane, or a hazardous […]
AI in Healthcare: Friend or Foe?
AI in Healthcare: Friend or Foe? Resources Blog Explore how AI is transforming healthcare with groundbreaking benefits, critical risks, and actionable steps for secure and responsible adoption. The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into healthcare has brought immense opportunities—and significant risks. It’s a topic healthcare leaders can’t afford to overlook. AI is not a distant […]
The Growing Need for Healthcare Data Security
The Growing Need for Healthcare Data Security Resources Blog Explore the urgency of healthcare data security, proactive measures, and how Medcurity’s HIPAA solutions protect patient trust and compliance. In today’s digital age, the importance of robust healthcare data security cannot be overstated. With cyberattacks on healthcare providers reaching unprecedented levels, it’s crucial for organizations to […]
6 Common Employee HIPAA Violations – And How to Avoid Them
These 6 Common Mistakes Violate HIPAA – Here’s How to Avoid Them Resources Blog HIPAA violations are often the result of simple mistakes, but their impact on patient trust and organizational compliance is significant. While healthcare organizations invest in robust security systems and policies, the reality is that employees often play the most critical role […]