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Small medical practices are not immune from cyberattacks, but complex defensive recommendations can seem overwhelming. Here we break down our top 10 list of cybersecurity basics that will help small practices protect themselves from data breaches and other cybersecurity risks.
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In October 2018, a Portuguese hospital was fined 400,000 euros for 3 GDPR violations. The violations stem from the hospital’s alleged improper data access controls, failure to apply basic technical and organizational safeguards to prevent access to personal data, and failure to test the safeguards that ensure the security of data processing. The hospital is contesting the decision.
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15 million health data records breached in 2018. “At least one breach per day.” We highlight the challenges so you don’t become a statistic!
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With the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) in effect, US-based healthcare organizations and HIPAA business associates who handle data of European Union citizens may have to comply with GDPR and HIPAA simultaneously. Our comprehensive and customizable HIPAA and GDPR policy templates help you comply with both.
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The Ohio Department of Medicaid created two medical release forms. One form complies with the HIPAA requirements; the other form complies with 42 CFR Part 2 requirements regarding substance use confidentiality. These forms, if properly completed, must be accepted by any recipient in Ohio.
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MIPS results for Eagle clients from 2017 and 2018 performance years. We are pleased to share the financial benefits of our consulting work.
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