HIPAA Compliance & Secure Medical Document Shredding Everything You Need To Know
HIPAA Compliance and Secure Medical Document Shredding Understanding HIPAA and Global Health Data Privacy HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) is a U.S. law enacted in 1996 that sets the standard for protecting sensitive patient health information. Healthcare providers, insurers, and business associates must safeguard protected health information (PHI) through administrative, technical, and physical […]
What Is A Exposure Control Plan? Everything You Need To Know
Creating an Exceptional Exposure Control Plan (ECP) When protecting our workplaces, especially in the complex realm of Bloodborne Pathogens (BBPs), developing a robust Exposure Control Plan (ECP) is an exciting adventure! This innovative plan goes beyond just ticking regulatory boxes; it’s a thoughtful masterpiece designed to align with OSHA guidelines while addressing each organization’s unique […]
Protect Patient PHI or Pay the Price: Lessons from a $150K HIPAA Fine What You Need To Know
Protect Patient PHI or Pay the Price: Lessons from a $150K HIPAA Fine Healthcare organizations big and small are being reminded that protecting patients’ Protected Health Information (PHI) is not optional – it’s the law. A recent enforcement case involving a $150,000 HIPAA settlement and a two-year corrective action plan underscores how serious the consequences […]
