PHI is an acronym for Protected Health Information. Although most clinics know the term, they lack the ability to properly identify it. Even more importantly, identifying where it resides in the clinic’s workflow. Identifying PHI and tracking it is part of HIPAA compliance. After all, how can you protect something if you do not know…
PHI, TPO, BAA – oh my!
HIPAA’s Language It has been said that HIPAA has its own language. Sometimes it can be a challenge to decipher the acronyms and their meaning. As you train your staff and develop HIPAA policies, you will often come across the following terms: Take the time to thoroughly understand the meaning of these terms and the…
What is HIPAA? Reference Documents
Download Module Reference Documents The HHS website provides an abundance of resources about HIPAA regulations. We have provided some of the key reference documents for consideration. If you have decided to implement a HIPAA program without assistance from a compliance specialist, you will need to review ALL the resources available at HHS.gov, as you work…
HIPAA – Am I Required to Comply?
HIPAA Obligations It is amazing how often we hear providers say that they are an all-cash practice and therefore do not need to implement a HIPAA compliance program. The question is so prominent that the HHS and CMS created an online resource titled Covered Entity Guidance In the provider section of this guidance tool the…
The Basics of HIPAA
Does HIPPA have you feeling overwhelmed? Do you often question the rules and regulations you need to follow in order to be HIPPA compliant? This rapid tutorial is going to help you navigate the waters that is HIPPA and how to be compliant.
What is HIPAA?
The History of HIPAA As healthcare systems evolved with technology advancements, the threat to patient privacy increased. Congress recognized a need to “improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the health care system” and therefore created the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA). The main focus was to standardize the electronic exchange of…