HIPAA Compliance – Emerging Trends and Updates
Healthcare data breaches expose demographic or financial information, putting patients at risk of fraud or identity theft. Third party vendors are a frequent cause of a patient data breach. That’s why it’s important for healthcare entities to choose a HIPAA-compliant medical transcription company for
What Should Physicians Know About HIPAA Compliance and Social Media?
Every physician knows about the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) to protect patient health information. Established in 1996, HIPAA sets national standards for the confidentiality, security, and transmissibility of personal health information. HIPAA violations can damage a practice’s reputation and also result in
Cyber Attacks on the Rise, Improve your Electronic Data Security
A survey published by IDC Health Insights in November 2014 found that healthcare organizations are now more prone to cyber attacks than ever before, partly owing to the widespread use of electronic clinical documentation. Cyber criminals can access your digital health information without authorization, steal
Medical Transcription Services: Compliance with HIPAA Guidelines
Medical transcription services should be compliant with HIPAA guidelines. You can file a complaint against companies that fail to follow HIPAA guidelines.
