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What HIPAA Security Rule Surprises Await Healthcare Providers for the Second Half of 2024?

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The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Office for Civil Rights (OCR) has, as part of its mandate, the responsibility to enforce the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) Security Rule....more

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Annual Report to Congress on Breaches of Unsecured Protected Health Information

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The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Office for Civil Rights (OCR) recently published an executive summary (Report) outlining key enforcement activities of the Health Insurance Portability and...more

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Annual Report to Congress on HIPAA Privacy, Security, and Breach Notification Rule Compliance

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The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Office for Civil Rights (OCR) recently published an executive summary (Report) outlining key enforcement activities of the Health Insurance Portability and...more

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The Long-Awaited Part 2 Modifications Are Finalized with New Obligations for Part 2 Providers and Less Friction for Sharing...

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On February 8, 2024, the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services (HHS) released a final rule modifying 42 CFR Part 2 (Part 2) provisions regarding the confidentiality of Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Patient Records. The...more

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Substance Use Disorder Confidentiality Regulations Modified to Align with HIPAA

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After more than a year since the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' (HHS) Office for Civil Rights (OCR) and Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) issued the proposed changes to the...more

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“Let’s Talk Compliance”: Health Care Privacy and Cybersecurity

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Editor’s Note: PYA and Foley & Lardner hosted the 6th Annual “Let’s Talk Compliance” two-day Virtual Conference on January 18 and 19, 2024. Panelists included Foley & Lardner attorneys and PYA experts. The event was hosted by...more

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Behind the Expert: Applying a Proactive Approach to Healthcare Compliance with Nancy Waltermire

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"Rather than reacting, you must be proactive and preventive. By doing this, you will not only be prepared for the potential obstacles that face your company, but you will most likely eliminate obstacles before they appear." ...more

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HIPAA Compliance Guidelines for Remote Workers

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While a remote work environment can provide many benefits to all of the parties involved, it also can present significant challenges for organizations that need to remain Healthcare Insurance Portability and Accountability...more

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Get Ready for HIPAA Questions on Your Recognized Security Practices

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An amendment to the Health Information Technology for Economic and Clinical Health (HITECH) Act was signed into law on Jan. 5, 2021, directing U.S. Health and Human Services (HHS) to consider "recognized security practices"...more

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OCR Identifies Continuing HIPAA Enforcement Issues, Areas of Future Guidance and Regulations

Last week the Health Care Compliance Association hosted its annual “Compliance Institute.” Iliana Peters, HHS Office for Civil Rights’ Senior Advisor for HIPAA Compliance and Enforcement, provided a thorough update of HIPAA...more

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OIG Reports Insufficient Oversight Of HIPAA Compliance

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The HHS Office for Civil Rights (OCR) must improve its oversight and enforcement of patient information privacy and security rules by “covered entities” and their business associates under the Health Information Portability...more

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HHS Gives A Thumbs Down For Stolen Thumb Drive

On December 26, 2013, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office for Civil Rights (HHS) announced that it had reached an agreement with a Northeastern dermatology practice to settle potential HIPAA violations...more

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HIPAA Omnibus Rule Compliance Deadline

September 23, 2013, the deadline for compliance with the new Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) regulations, is here. Although there has been much discussion about the new regulations since they were...more

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Ready For HITECH Changes On September 23, 2013? Find Out With This Compliance Checklist For Employer-Sponsored Health Plans

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The final regulations implementing the Health Information Technology for Economic and Clinical Health (HITECH) Act were issued in January and compliance is required by September 23, 2013. The final regulations require covered...more

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New HIPAA Deadline Around the Corner: Be Prepared!

Don’t look now, but another HIPAA deadline is just around the corner. As we noted last month, the deadline is looming for employer-sponsored health benefit plans to come into compliance with U.S. Department of Health...more

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HHS OCR Director Leon Rodriguez's Dialogue on HIPAA/HITECH Compliance

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“HIPAA is a valve, not a blockage,” stated HHS OCR Director Leon Rodriguez, at the OCR/NIST 6th Annual Conference on Safeguarding Health Information: Building Assurance through HIPAA Security....more

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Cloud Storage Providers Storing Protected Health Information May Be Obligated to Comply with HIPAA Regulations

A recently issued government rule may unknowingly create significant liability and legal risk for many technology enterprises. The expanded definition of "business associates" and related interpretations by the Department of...more

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Highlights of the Omnibus HIPAA/HITECH Final Rule

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On January 25, 2013, the Office of Civil Rights (OCR) of the Department of Health & Human Services (HHS) published the long-awaited omnibus final regulation governing health data privacy, security and enforcement (Omnibus...more

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HIPAA Rules Overhaul Ups Compliance Ante

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Originally posted in Hartford Business Journal on February 11th, 2013. Attention all medical providers, hospitals and any other covered entity or business associate under HIPAA. On Jan. 17, the U.S. Department of Health...more

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Breaking Down The HIPAA Rule Changes: Part 2 Of 5 - Changes Affecting Who Is A Business Associate And New Business Associate...

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In This Issue: - Expansion of, Clarifications to, and Explicit Inclusions in the Definition of BA - BAs’ Direct Liability Under the Final Rule - BAAs: Required Provisions Under the Final Rule and the Compliance Date ...more

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Burr Alert: New HIPAA Rules Issued: “Sweeping” Changes For Healthcare Providers And Business Associates

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On January 17, 2013, the Department of Health and Human Services (“HHS”) released its long awaited final HIPAA rule, which significantly expands certain obligations for healthcare providers and their business associates (the...more

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New HIPAA Rules Expand Breach Notification Requirements

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If your company is subject to HIPAA, new rules published by the Department of Health and Human Services (“HHS”) will require changes in your policies and practices regarding data breaches....more

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McAfee & Taft Healthcare Industry Alert: New HIPAA regulations - Begin your compliance review now

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On January 17, 2013, the Department of Health and Human Services issued a final rule amending the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) privacy and security regulations and implementing the Health...more

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Breaking Down The HIPAA Changes: Part 1 Of 5 What Covered Entities And Business Associates Need To Do To Comply With The Final...

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In This Issue: - Brief Overview of Key Modifications in the Final Rule - Suggested Action Items for Compliance with the Final Rule ..Covered Entities ..Business Associates - Consequences of Noncompliance...more

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New HIPAA Omnibus Rule Implementing Provisions Of The HITECH Act: An Overview Of Changes

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Final implementing regulations for many provisions of the HITECH Act (Health Insurance Technology for Economic and Clinical Health Act) were issued by the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) recently, and appeared...more

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