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What is Protected Health Information (PHI)?
by Derek Boczenowski on January 3, 2024 at 4:30 PM
Protected Health Information (PHI) is a key element in healthcare, governed by stringent legal and ethical standards. This blog explores what PHI encompasses, its significance under HIPAA regulations, and the crucial distinction between PHI and electronic PHI (ePHI). The blog also del …
Cell Phone Usage at Work & HIPAA Compliance: Uncovering the Risks
by Derek Boczenowski on November 20, 2023 at 1:00 PM
The healthcare industry is increasingly embracing mobile technology, integrating smartphones, tablets, and other portable devices into everyday operations across hospitals, clinics, and other workplaces. This shift towards mobile integration, while offering substantial benefits, also …
The Healthcare Industry Remains a Favorite for Cyber Criminals
by Nicholas Foisy on March 27, 2023 at 9:30 AM
If you have had any exposure to news headlines over the past decade, it would come as no surprise to you that the healthcare industry has been one of the sectors most targeted by hackers and cyber criminals.
HIPAA Compliance – Understanding Basic Best Practices
by Patrick Hughes on March 7, 2023 at 2:30 PM
Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) compliance is a critical facet of any healthcare organization's security measures. It is essential for businesses to take proactive steps to ensure that they comply with the regulations set forth by HIPAA. To help ensure comp …
The Anatomy of an IT Policy
by Patrick Hughes on March 31, 2021 at 1:00 PM
What are policies and why do we need them? Every organization should have a set of policies in place. Policies are essentially the laws and regulations of an organization. They pertain to the health, safety, and accountability of employees and how the organization interacts with clien …
Mail Order DNA Testing – Protecting Your Genetic Data
by Danielle Corsa on February 24, 2021 at 1:00 PM
Lately I have been getting bombarded with social media ads tailored toward DNA collection services. Why is this? My best guess is a simple search for anything diet/exercise/health related on my end has now triggered an onslaught of advertisements for companies that, if you give them a …