Blogs

Protecting Patient Data: A Guide to Cybersecurity and Breach Response

The digital transformation of patient data management has brought convenience, efficiency, and new challenges in cybersecurity.

Quick Social Media Do's and Don'ts

What information is okay to post on social media?

Recent Third-Party Data Breaches Stress the Need for HIPAA Compliance in Healthcare

The Reason Good Business Associate Compliance is So Important

Hospital Cyberattack Causes Chaos: Guarding Patient Care

Digitalization in Healthcare: Benefits and Cybersecurity Concerns

Did You Get Those Tracking Pixels Off Your Website?

AI Chatbot Warning

Chatbots like “Bard” and “ChatGPT” are dramatically changing the landscape in companies everywhere, but they pose significant risks when used incorrectly.

The Next Phase of Digital Transformation in Healthcare

In a recent study, three areas stood out as key focuses for organizations in this new phase of "digital transformation."

Three New Resources

We wanted to call your attention to three resources that were published recently.

A Passwordless Future

Examining the security impacts of passwords and password sharing.

Four Critical Physical Safeguards

Looking into the physical safeguards necessary to protect PHI.

The Danger of Data Pixels

Defining tracking pixels and analyzing why you need to be aware of them.

Cybersecurity Spend Will Increase in 91% of Organizations

Examining why cybersecurity spending is increasing and what it means for your organization.

Why Conduct Your HIPAA Security Risk Assessment With Medcurity?

Are you looking for a vendor to help complete your SRA this year?

Security Challenge: Your Outdated OS

Examining how outdated operating systems pose a risk and how to mitigate that risk.

New Mobile Device Security Checklist from HC3

Learn about the new guidance from HC3 regarding Mobile Device Security.

What is the Minimum Necessary Standard?

Examining the Minimum Necessary Standard and what it means for your organization.

New HHS Cybersecurity Guidance Released

HHS releases a new cybersecurity framework implementation guide.

Wave of HIPAA Complaints Leads to OCR Restructuring

Looking at the recent OCR restructure and what it means for your organization.

Checklist: 11 Steps to Securing Physical PHI

Identifying steps to take today to securely protect physical PHI.

The Value of Cybersecurity Benchmarking in Healthcare

Understanding the value of benchmarking when it comes to preventing cyberattacks.

Prioritizing Security Amidst Increasing Cloud Adoption

Looking at how the increasing use of cloud technology has increased the need for proper security protocols.

OCR Highlights Requirements for Online Tracking

Examining the dangers of online tracking when it comes to protecting PHI.

Staying Secure in a Rapidly Changing Digital World

Examining how to ensure your PHI stays protected in 2023.

New OCR Video Clarifies HITECH Amendment

Explaining the significance of a new OCR video regarding the HITECH amendment.

HIPAA Breaches: What's Happening Today

Examining the latest breaches in the healthcare industry.

More Connection = Higher Risk

Learn how healthcare professionals can protect themselves from the increased risk that comes with increased connectivity.

This Ransomware Group is Actively Targeting Healthcare Organizations

Learn more about the "Diaxin Team" cybercrime group and what this means for your organization.

The Impact of Cybercrime: How Hackers are Harming Providers

Learn more about how cybercrime impacts healthcare and how we can mitigate the effects.

Small Practices Facing Right of Access Cases

Reviewing recent HIPAA Right of Access litigation against smaller practices.

The HIPAA Security Risk Assessment - The Purpose of HIPAA

Examining the purpose of HIPAA and the role of the Security Risk Assessment.

IBM Security’s 2022 “Cost of a Data Breach Report”

Learn more about the recent IBM Report regarding data breaches across all industries, including healthcare.

11 Right of Access Cases Settled

Reviewing recent HIPAA Right of Access litigation.

Your FAQs, Answered by Amanda Hepper

Find the answers here to your Frequently Asked Questions regarding HIPAA.

What the New MIPS SAFER Assessment Measure Means for Your Organization

Learn more about how the new MIPS SAFER Self-Assessment Measure May Impact Your Organization.

What are the SAFER guides?

Learn more about the SAFER Guides and how your practice may be affected.

Announcing the Launch of a New SAFER Guides Self-Assessment

We are excited to announce the launch of our newest tool: the SAFER Guides Self-Assessment

Meta Sued for Collecting Patient Data

Examining why Meta is facing a lawsuit for collecting patient data.

Responses to the OCR’s Request for Information

Looking at responses to the OCR's feedback request on two requirements under the HITECH Act.

Physical Safeguards: Protecting Data From Hazards and Unauthorized Access

Looking at the physical safeguards requirement as required in the HIPAA Security Rule.

New Data Breach Report: Cybersecurity Stats in Healthcare

Looking at the Verizon Data Breach Investigations Report and what this means for the healthcare industry.

Hackers in 2022: Buying Network Access and Using Providers' Tools Against Them

Examining how cyber criminals are changing their tactics to take advantage of existing vulnerabilities.

Set the Record Straight: Common HIPAA Compliance Misconceptions

Separating fact from fiction when looking at 2 common HIPAA misconceptions.

The HIPAA Security Risk Assessment - Technical Safeguards

Examining the technical safeguards required under HIPAA.

Preventing Threats Inside Your Organization

Examining the threats that insiders can pose to your organizational security and steps to prevent insider breaches.

The HIPAA Security Risk Assessment - Physical Safeguards

Examining the Physical Safeguards component of the HIPAA Security Rule.

The OCR Seeks Public Comment Regarding the HITECH Act

Looking at specific steps taken by the OCR to support healthcare providers in the recent cyber environment.

What NOT to Do: Four OCR Enforcement Actions

The OCR recently announced 4 new enforcement actions. Here's what to know and preventative measures to take now.

Conti Ransomware is Still a Threat

Looking at the most recent ransomware threats and what steps your organization can take to protect itself.

OCR Director Urges Providers to Strengthen Cyber Posture

What the this update means for your practice and the healthcare industry.

HIPAA May Be Getting an Update

Examining what this update could look like and what you need to know moving forward.

Hackers Are Targeting You Through Your Vendors

How many cyber attacks originate from vendors, and what does that mean for your organization?

HIPAA in 2022

Reviewing cyber security threats from the past year and looking forward to HIPAA in 2022

MACRA/MIPS and the Security Risk Analysis

HIPAA compliance can benefit your organization’s MACRA/MIPS reimbursement.

6 Questions to Ask Every Potential Business Associate

To protect PHI, it's important to vet every potential vendor before you sign a business associate agreement.

Password Policies for Healthcare Organizations

Don't let weak passwords lead to a HIPAA breach.

Hold Your Vendors Accountable

What is a Business Associate Agreement, and when do you need one?

Keep Medical Records Off the Dark Web

Patient data on the dark web: Why do cyber criminals like medical records, and how should you protect your patients?

Ransomware: Hospitals Held Hostage

Ransomware Attacks are an increasingly common threat in healthcare.

The HIPAA Security Risk Assessment - Administrative Safeguards

Examining the Administrative Safeguards required in the SRA.

Is Texting HIPAA Compliant?

How can healthcare providers use text messaging when it comes to patient information?

The HIPAA Security Risk Assessment

Examining the HIPAA Security Risk Analysis (SRA)

Could Blockchain Be a Game Changer for the Healthcare Industry?

The HIPAA Minimum Necessary Standard

What is the Minimum Necessary Standard, and how could it change under proposed Privacy Rule changes?