Another HIPAA Breach, Another Lesson
OCR’s Continued Use of Settlements By Matt Fisher Twitter: @matt_r_fisher On Wednesday, May 7th, the Office of Civil Rights (“OCR”) for the Department of Health…
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HIPAA and the Cloud
HIPAA Primary Concern with the Cloud By Matt Fisher Twitter: @matt_r_fisher The “cloud” has entered into everyday conversations in many industries and our personal lives. People…
HIPAA Myths Part 2
More Testing of Your Knowledge By Matt Fisher Twitter: @matt_r_fisher Last week I posted five common HIPAA myths, with the promise of more to follow….
HIPAA Myths
Do you know what’s true? By Matt Fisher Twitter: @matt_r_fisher In healthcare, HIPAA has obtained a very well known status. I sometimes compare HIPAA in…
Risk Analysis vs. Risk Assessment
Under HIPAA There is a Difference By Matthew Fisher Twitter: @matt_r_fisher In discussions about HIPAA and risk determinations, the phrases “risk analysis” and “risk assessment” are…
HIPAA and eMail: A Compliance Nightmare?
Security Focuses on Protections and Safety Measures By Matthew Fisher Twitter: @matt_r_fisher In the world of HIPAA, concerns of privacy and security are of paramount importance….
Indemnification and BA Agreements
Indemnification: Is It Needed In A Business Associate Agreement? By Matthew Fisher Twitter: @matt_r_fisher The requirement for Covered Entities under the Health Insurance Portability and…