Podcasts about hipaa privacy rule

In this episode of 1st Talk Compliance, Kevin Chmura is joined by Rachel Rose, JD, MBA, to discuss the HIPAA Privacy Rule to Support Reproductive Healthcare Privacy, passed in 2024. With the reproductive healthcare landscape being very dynamic, this new rule has already passed one compliance date, with a second important date coming in February 2026. Tune in to learn about this new rule, and what it means in terms of reproductive health, patient privacy, and the legality between different states. In addition, learn some best practices for implementing the requirements of this rule into your practice. Kevin Chmura Rachel, thank you for joining us. Appreciate you joining us and looking forward to a timely discussion.   Rachel V. Rose Thank you, Kevin, for having me, as well as to Panacea and First Healthcare Compliance, it's always my pleasure to coordinate and converse with you on our favorite healthcare compliance topics.   Kevin Chmura And it's always great having you helping us with this and your expertise is invaluable. And you helped us and were the contributor, really writer, of an e-book on this particular subject that will be released very soon. Really this podcast is somewhat of a companion piece to that. And so what we're talking about today is the HIPAA privacy rule to support reproductive health care privacy, passed in 2024. Reproductive health is a prominent and evolving topic within the healthcare policy landscape. It really, major changes have come down in recent years, and so there's just a ton. So we thought it would be great to publish a book to get everybody up to speed and, but moreover, this podcast is an opportunity for people to hear directly from the person who helped us develop that. And that is Rachel. So, Rachel, I wonder, can you just start off by giving us a synopsis of the 2024 Final Rule, maybe some key terms we should be thinking about?   Rachel V. Rose Sure. As you mentioned, Kevin, the reproductive healthcare landscape is very dynamic and the rule itself was issued on April 22nd of 2024 with an effective date of June 25th of 2024. And basically what an effective date does is to start the clock running as to when certain requirements need to be implemented. In this particular rule, which I will refer to as the HIPAA Reproductive Rule, has two prongs of compliance dates. The first already passed and that had to be done by December 23rd, 2024. And for your clients who were with First Healthcare Compliance or Panacea at the time, they were able to access FAQs. And the first prong of the requirements really addressed every applicable item that I'll run through, with the exception of the notice of privacy practices. Now, for anyone who's been in the healthcare sector for a long time, and for anyone who goes to the doctor, a dentist or even a pharmacy to pick something up, we all know we have to sign the HIPAA authorization form, and then covered entities are required to post their notice of privacy practices. So the updated privacy practices, which need to include some of the reproductive health requirements among other items, does not need to be done until February 16 of 2026. So this is similar to the staggering of the compliance dates which we saw with the Final OmnibusRrule, which was published in the Federal Register, it's hard to believe, but going on over 12 years ago and that was January 25th of 2013. Now specifically, the HIPAA reproductive rule really prohibits the disclosure of protected health information related to in these terms I need you to focus on: lawful reproductive health care in certain circumstances. And the reason it's important is because legal means that whatever service or good is being sought, it has to be legal within the jurisdiction where the individual is receiving that care or that good, so to speak. And so if we want to take certain types of surgeries or certain types of procedures that in a viable fetus's lif...

Texas recently filed a lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services challenging both the HIPAA Final Rule to Support Reproductive Health Care Privacy and the HIPAA Privacy Rule, with potential implications for the balance of power between federal health privacy regulations and states' authority to investigate potential legal violations, particularly in the context of reproductive health care. Andrew Mahler, Vice President of Privacy & Compliance Services, Clearwater, speaks with Marti Arvin, Chief Compliance & Privacy Officer, Erlanger Health, about the power play that may be developing and the potential for future challenges to federal regulations that limit state investigative powers. Sponsored by Clearwater.To learn more about AHLA and the educational resources available to the health law community, visit americanhealthlaw.org.

Welcome solo and group practice owners! We are Liath Dalton and Evan Dumas, your co-hosts of Group Practice Tech. In our latest episode, we're chatting about what to do if your practice experiences a natural disaster, like a hurricane.   We discuss: The recent hurricanes impacting the southeast US Prioritizing access to care Limited HIPAA waivers for disasters and emergencies And situations where the waivers would apply Resources for group practices in and out of the affected areas    Listen here: https://personcenteredtech.com/group/podcast/ For more, visit our website. Resources & Support HHS Declarations of a Public Health Emergency (PHE) For information about how the HIPAA Privacy Rule applies in a public health emergency, visit the OCR'S HIPAA Emergency Preparedness, Planning, and Response page (www.hhs.gov/hipaa/for-professionals/special-topics/emergency-preparedness/index.html) or you may use the HIPAA Disclosures for Emergency Preparedness Decision Tool (www.hhs.gov/hipaa/for-professionals/special-topics/emergency-preparedness/decision-tool-overview/index.html).  Limited Waiver of HIPAA Sanctions and Penalties During a Declared Emergency: 2024 Public Health Emergency for Florida in Response to Hurricane Milton Limited Waiver of HIPAA Sanctions and Penalties During a Declared Emergency: 2024 Public Health Emergency for North Carolina in Response to Hurricane Helene Direct Resources for WNC community members curated by Patrick Casale of All Things Private Practice Urgent Aid for WNC Communities Affected by Helene GoFundMe organized by Patrick Casale

At its core, HIPAA revolves around two main rules – The Privacy Rule and The Security Rule. We already looked at what HIPAA is and the penalties involved. In this second episode, David we’ll break down everything about the two fundamental rules of HIPAA that you need to know! The HIPAA Privacy Rule provides federal […]

Have you ever received a request for patient information from a third party and wondered if it was valid? When and what patient information to share with third parties who request records can be confusing. In this episode, the Divas simplify release of information under the HIPAA Privacy Rule. Treatment/Payment/Healthcare operations: https://bit.ly/3Ieb73UPublic Health Activities: https://bit.ly/3V3Lydkhttps://bit.ly/3V3LydkDisclosures to Law Enforcement: https://bit.ly/3SXqbI1https://bit.ly/3SXqbI1Court Orders and Subpoenas: https://bit.ly/3Tg0Qe0https://bit.ly/3Tg0Qe0 https://www.thecompliancedivas.com

Recent dealings with the Office of Civil Rights' HIPAA investigator provides insight on some of the first things the investigative lawyer looks for.  This episode will assist you in making sure you have basic elements in place for the HIPAA Privacy Rule, such as the Notice of Privacy Practices.How to make a complaint:  https://bit.ly/3JGWg35Model NPP required elements:  https://bit.ly/3ptpgo5Upcoming Changes to the NPP  https://bit.ly/3NzJd4LOCR Enforcement: https://bit.ly/3NTzVBU https://www.thecompliancedivas.com

Join hosts Chris Boyer and Reed Smith in an engaging episode of the Touch Point podcast as they revamp the format and bring you a curated selection of vital news stories and articles. Tailored specifically for professionals in health systems and hospitals, this episode covers diverse topics, including the AHA letter to the OCA on the HIPAA Privacy Rule, insights on patient experience, and the significance of ratings. Stay informed with this week's news round-up on Touch Point. Mentions from the Show: AHA Letter to OCR on HIPAA Privacy Rule, Online Tracking Guidance Patients Need More in Digital Patient Experience, Patient Access Healthcare Ratings and Rankings Remain Valuable Tool for Improving Quality as Adverse Events Skyrocket Reed Smith Twitter Chris Boyer Twitter Chris Boyer website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Wes Morris, Senior Director, Consulting Services, Clearwater, speaks with Bethany Corbin, an attorney who provides strategic guidance and legal counsel to health care innovation companies and Femtech, about the challenges health care organizations face when attempting to comply with different regulatory frameworks and strategies for compliance related to data privacy. They discuss the HIPAA Privacy Rule, 42 C.F.R. Part 2, and the Information Blocking Rule; navigating the conflicting data privacy structures; how HHS is seeking to harmonize certain privacy requirements; strategies for compliance; and the future of data privacy. Bethany recently authored an AHLA Briefing related to this topic. From AHLA's Hospitals and Health Systems and Health Information and Technology Practice Groups. Sponsored by Clearwater.To learn more about AHLA and the educational resources available to the health law community, visit americanhealthlaw.org.

Leveraging social media and collecting positive online review are an ideal way to grow your practice. However, there is a fine line between maintaining patient privacy under the HIPAA Privacy Rule and using social media. This week's episode will discuss what not to say on social media.Permitted uses and disclosures. https://www.hhs.gov/hipaa/for-professionals/privacy/guidance/disclosures-treatment-payment-health-care-operations/index.htmlTexas dental practice fined.  https://www.hhs.gov/sites/default/files/elite-dental-ra-cap.pdfN.C. dental practice fined. https://www.hhs.gov/about/news/2022/03/28/four-hipaa-enforcement-actions-hold-healthcare-providers-accountable-with-compliance.htmlCalifornia dental practice fined. https://www.hhs.gov/hipaa/for-professionals/compliance-enforcement/agreements/new-vision-ra-cap/index.html https://www.thecompliancedivas.com

What Goes in Your Notes? Interstate therapy practice and documentation for clients considering abortion or gender affirming care Curt and Katie chat about documentation and practice questions related to abortion or gender affirming care when providing therapy to folks in states where these types of medical care are banned or will be banned soon. We look at medical documentation privacy concerns (related to HIPAA and the 21st Century Cures Act), how therapists avoid “aiding and abetting” a client to get an abortion, what to include in your notes, and special considerations related to duty to warn and child abuse reporting. This is a law and ethics continuing education podcourse. Transcripts for this episode will be available at mtsgpodcast.com! In this podcast episode we explore post-Roe documentation for therapists We've heard a lot of questions about what therapists should do now that Roe has been overturned. We decided to dig into practice and documentation guidelines to help modern therapists navigate the changing times. Medical documentation privacy concerns with interstate practice and the new abortion bans “Your records aren't as private as you think that they are.”  - Curt Widhalm, LMFT HIPAA and the 21st Century Cures Act The impact on clients who move from safe haven states to states with abortion bans The impact of the Counseling Compact (and similar mental health compacts) and how many participating states have trigger laws to ban or limit abortion Paying attention to jurisdictional differences and where the client lives Who qualifies as a HIPAA covered entity? Psychotherapy (Process) Notes versus Progress Notes Psychotherapy notes are not defined the same and/or protected in every state The impact of civil law suits on confidentiality of process notes The huge challenge of information blocking and who may pass along your treatment information Talk to an attorney or your professional organization when subpoenaed How do you avoid “aiding and abetting” a client to get an abortion during mental health treatment? Processing feelings and helping client to make their own decisions Aiding and abetting can include telling them where to go, encouraging them to get an abortion, or providing practical support (like money or a ride) How to provide resources without aiding and abetting Self-empowerment and clients making their own decisions Liability and risk in practice (check with your malpractice insurance) Whether/how you let your clients know where you stand on the overturn of Roe v Wade What do you include in your notes when talking about abortion and gender affirming care? “You need to give meaningful consideration to what goes in [the mental health] record and you also want to be clear in what you're talking about with your clients. So, that way you're not unintentionally aiding and abetting a client who's living in one of these states where an abortion ban is currently in place.” – Curt Widhalm, LMFT What is relevant to your treatment goals? Documenting progress toward treatment goals Creating a policy related to medical decision-making Phrases that you can use to briefly describe what is happening in session How much to document and the recommendation to be less specific in progress notes when discussing medical decisions The special considerations related to duty to warn and child abuse reporting when talking about abortion and gender affirming care No case law to guide us here The difference between permissive versus required reporting Vast differences across the states with all of the different pieces HIPAA says that we should not report, but we will be impacted by state laws Recommendations to pay attention to what is happening in the states where you practice and to identify advocacy opportunities to protect information, safe haven laws Our Generous Sponsor for this episode of the Modern Therapist's Survival Guide: Thrizer Thrizer is a new modern billing platform for therapists that was built on the belief that therapy should be accessible AND clinicians should earn what they are worth. Their platform automatically gets clients reimbursed by their insurance after every session. Just by billing your clients through Thrizer, you can potentially save them hundreds every month, with no extra work on your end. Every time you bill a client through Thrizer, an insurance claim is automatically generated and sent directly to the client's insurance. From there, Thrizer provides concierge support to ensure clients get their reimbursement quickly, directly into their bank account. By eliminating reimbursement by check, confusion around benefits, and obscurity with reimbursement status, they allow your clients to focus on what actually matters rather than worrying about their money. It is very quick to get set up and it works great in completement with EHR systems. Their team is super helpful and responsive, and the founder is actually a long-time therapy client who grew frustrated with his reimbursement times The best part is you don't need to give up your rate. They charge a standard 3% payment processing fee! Thrizer lets you become more accessible while remaining in complete control of your practice. A better experience for your clients during therapy means higher retention. Money won't be the reason they quit on therapy. Sign up using bit.ly/moderntherapists if you want to test Thrizer completely risk free! Sign up for Thrizer with code 'moderntherapists' for 1 month of no credit card fees or payment processing fees! That's right - you will get one month of no payment processing fees, meaning you earn 100% of your cash rate during that time. Receive Continuing Education for this Episode of the Modern Therapist's Survival Guide Hey modern therapists, we're so excited to offer the opportunity for 1 unit of continuing education for this podcast episode – Therapy Reimagined is bringing you the Modern Therapist Learning Community!  Once you've listened to this episode, to get CE credit you just need to go to moderntherapistcommunity.com/podcourse, register for your free profile, purchase this course, pass the post-test, and complete the evaluation! Once that's all completed - you'll get a CE certificate in your profile or you can download it for your records. For our current list of CE approvals, check out moderntherapistcommunity.com. You can find this full course (including handouts and resources) here: https://moderntherapistcommunity.com/podcourse/ Continuing Education Approvals: When we are airing this podcast episode, we have the following CE approval. Please check back as we add other approval bodies: Continuing Education Information CAMFT CEPA: Therapy Reimagined is approved by the California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists to sponsor continuing education for LMFTs, LPCCs, LCSWs, and LEPs (CAMFT CEPA provider #132270). Therapy Reimagined maintains responsibility for this program and its content. Courses meet the qualifications for the listed hours of continuing education credit for LMFTs, LCSWs, LPCCs, and/or LEPs as required by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences. We are working on additional provider approvals, but solely are able to provide CAMFT CEs at this time. Please check with your licensing body to ensure that they will accept this as an equivalent learning credit. Resources for Modern Therapists mentioned in this Podcast Episode: We've pulled together resources mentioned in this episode and put together some handy-dandy links. Please note that some of the links below may be affiliate links, so if you purchase after clicking below, we may get a little bit of cash in our pockets. We thank you in advance! 21st Century Cures Act Person-Centered Tech (help to become HIPAA compliant) What the End of Roe v. Wade Does (and Doesn't) Mean for Your Relationship With Your Therapist | by Monika Sudakov | Jul, 2022 | Medium Frequently asked questions about abortion laws and psychology practice (apaservices.org) Information blocking FAQs  HIPAA, Psychotherapy Notes, and Other Mental Health Records by Holland and Hart Additional references mentioned in this continuing education podcast: Holloway, J.D. (2003). More protections for patients and psychologists under HIPAA. American Psychological Association. https://www.apa.org/monitor/feb03/hipaa#:~:text=Under%20HIPAA%2C%20psychotherapy%20notes%20are,can%20contain%20information%20that%20is Stranger, K. (2020). HIPAA, Psychotherapy Notes, and Other Mental Health Records. https://www.jdsupra.com/legalnews/hipaa-psychotherapy-notes-and-other-42359/ U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (2013). Summary of the HIPAA Privacy Rule. https://www.hhs.gov/hipaa/for-professionals/privacy/laws-regulations/index.html#:~:text=The%20Privacy%20Rule%20protects%20all,health%20information%20(PHI).%22 Zubrzycki, C. (2022) Abortion's Interoperability Trap: How the Law of Medical Records Will Facilitate Interstate Persecution of Contested Medical Procedures, and What to Do about It. Yale Law Journal Forum, Forthcoming, http://dx.doi.org/10.2139/ssrn.4147900   *The full reference list can be found in the course on our learning platform.   Relevant Episodes of MTSG Podcast: What Therapists Need to Know about Abortion and Termination for Medical Reasons: An Interview with Jane Armstrong The Practicalities of Mental Health and Gender Affirming Care for Trans Youth: An Interview with Jordan Held, LCSW Working with Trans Clients: Trans Resilience and Gender Euphoria: An interview with Beck Gee-Cohen Is the Counseling Compact Good for Therapists? Now Therapists Have to Document Every F*cking Thing in Our Progress Notes? Noteworthy Documentation: An interview with Dr. Ben Caldwell (on the 21st Century Cures Act) Who we are: Curt Widhalm, LMFT Curt Widhalm is in private practice in the Los Angeles area. He is the cofounder of the Therapy Reimagined conference, an Adjunct Professor at Pepperdine University and CSUN, a former Subject Matter Expert for the California Board of Behavioral Sciences, former CFO of the California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists, and a loving husband and father. He is 1/2 great person, 1/2 provocateur, and 1/2 geek, in that order. He dabbles in the dark art of making "dad jokes" and usually has a half-empty cup of coffee somewhere nearby. Learn more at: www.curtwidhalm.com Katie Vernoy, LMFT Katie Vernoy is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, coach, and consultant supporting leaders, visionaries, executives, and helping professionals to create sustainable careers. Katie, with Curt, has developed workshops and a conference, Therapy Reimagined, to support therapists navigating through the modern challenges of this profession. Katie is also a former President of the California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists. In her spare time, Katie is secretly siphoning off Curt's youthful energy, so that she can take over the world. Learn more at: www.katievernoy.com A Quick Note: Our opinions are our own. We are only speaking for ourselves – except when we speak for each other, or over each other. We're working on it. Our guests are also only speaking for themselves and have their own opinions. We aren't trying to take their voice, and no one speaks for us either. Mostly because they don't want to, but hey. Stay in Touch with Curt, Katie, and the whole Therapy Reimagined #TherapyMovement: Patreon Buy Me A Coffee Podcast Homepage Therapy Reimagined Homepage Facebook Twitter Instagram YouTube   Consultation services with Curt Widhalm or Katie Vernoy: The Fifty-Minute Hour Connect with the Modern Therapist Community: Our Facebook Group – The Modern Therapists Group Modern Therapist's Survival Guide Creative Credits: Voice Over by DW McCann https://www.facebook.com/McCannDW/ Music by Crystal Grooms Mangano https://groomsymusic.com/

In this episode of The Risk Perspective, we speak with Andrew Mahler, former OCR Investigator and CynergisTek's VP of Privacy and Compliance about the recently issued OCR guidance on patient privacy in the wake of The Supreme Court decision on Roe. Listen for a debrief of the OCR's guidance that addresses: How federal law and regulations protect individuals' PHI and provides clarification on disclosure laws  Information about what's protected, and what's not when using health information apps on smartphones. Episode Resources:  The guidance on the HIPAA Privacy Rule and Disclosures of Information Relating to Reproductive Health Care  The guidance on Protecting the Privacy and Security of Your Health Information When Using Your Personal Cell Phone or Tablet Information on filing a complaint if you believe that a HIPAA-covered entity or its business associate violated your health information privacy rights or committed another violation of the Privacy, Security, or Breach Notification Rules Subscribe to CTEK Voices: The Risk Perspective on Apple iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher, or your preferred podcast platform. Remember to like and subscribe to The Risk Perspective, and don't forget to leave your comments for feedback and topic suggestions!

The HIPAA Privacy Rule grants patient's the right to access their records. This law has been in effect since 2003; however, there is still a great deal of confusion about releasing records to patients. In this episode, the Divas discuss what an office may or may not do when it comes to releasing records to patients. 

The CyberPHIx Roundup is your quick source for keeping up with the latest cybersecurity news, trends and industry leading practices, specifically for the healthcare industry. In this episode, our host Brian Selfridge highlights the following topics trending in healthcare cybersecurity this week: Details of 15+ breaches of business associate vendors servicing healthcare organizations that occurred in the last two weeks alone Evolving cybercrime business models and the emergence of Initial Access Brokers (IABs) Top cybersecurity and IT certifications that drive the highest salaries for security professionals in the industry Recent OCR enforcement activity and fines for HIPAA Privacy Rule violations Analysis of the cybersecurity “Bad Practices” catalog from the CISA and implications for healthcare entities

¡Aprende SecTY!  Los registros médicos digitales cuentan con un valor en el mercado negro que asciende a 50 veces el de los datos de tarjetas de crédito. El sector salud no sólo fue uno de los más atacados por los hackers en 2019, sino que es la industria que ha sufrido los ataques más dañinos en los últimos años. El costo promedio de un ciberataque en el sector salud en términos de pérdida de negocio, gastos de prevención, detección y recuperación equivale a 7.13 millones de dólares en comparación a los 3.86 millones que, en promedio, cuestan los ciberataques en cualquier otra industria. El sector de salud es el conjunto de bienes y servicios encaminados a preservar y proteger la salud de las personas. En este sector se destacan 2 regulaciones importantes que son: HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act ) aplica a todas aquellas entidades que transmiten electrónicamente o almacenan información de salud. FDA (Food and Drug Administration) – La Administración de Alimentos y Medicamentos (FDA o USFDA) es una agencia federal del Departamento de Salud y Servicios Humanos. La FDA es responsable de proteger y promover la salud pública mediante el control y la supervisión de la seguridad alimentaria, los productos del tabaco, los suplementos dietéticos, los medicamentos (medicamentos) recetados y de venta libre, las vacunas, los productos biofarmacéuticos, las transfusiones de sangre, los dispositivos médicos, la radiación electromagnética. dispositivos emisores (ERED), cosméticos, alimentos y piensos para animales y productos veterinarios. La ley HIPAA es la más destacada en esta industria donde protege la privacidad y la seguridad de la información personal y de salud del paciente. Escucha en este episodio todos los detalles sobre la seguridad en esta industria y de que se compone la ley HIPAA. Fuentes: https://www.verizon.com/business/en-gb/resources/reports/dbir/ https://www.ibm.com/account/reg/us-en/signup?formid=urx-46542 https://www.hipaajournal.com/hipaa-violation-cases/   HIPAA Privacy Rule: https://www.hhs.gov/sites/default/files/ocr/privacy/hipaa/understanding/summary/privacysummary.pdf   HIPAA Security Rule: https://www.hhs.gov/hipaa/for-professionals/security/laws-regulations/index.html   Visita nuestra página web de Aprende SecTY: https://www.aprendesecty.com para que puedas aprovechar las herramientas, tips, guías que te proveeremos para que sigas aprendiendo de seguridad de información. Síguenos en Facebook, Instagram, Twitter y LinkedIN como: @SecTYCS Búscanos en YouTube como Aprende SecTY Envíame tus preguntas o recomendaciones a: itsec@sectycs.com Deja tu reseña en iTunes/Apple Podcast y compártelo con personas que necesiten mejorar la seguridad en su negocio y en su vida.

Andrea Lee Linna is a host of the podcast Health+Tech. AHIMA recently introduced a new telehealth toolkit. Check it out. What did you think of the podcast? Contact AHIMA's Matt Schlossberg at matt.schlossberg@ahima.org.

Wes Morris, Managing Principal Consultant, Clearwater, speaks with Joy Easterwood, Johnson Pope Bokor Ruppel & Burns LLP, about the Office for Civil Rights (OCR)'s recently announced eighteenth settlement of an enforcement action in its HIPAA Right of Access Initiative. OCR announced this initiative to support individuals' right to timely access of their health records at a reasonable cost under the HIPAA Privacy Rule. Morris and Easterwood discuss the latest activity on this front and steps that health care organizations can take to ensure they are adhering to the regulations. Sponsored by Clearwater. 

It's Turnquist Friday!  Rick Turnquist, blogger and author, joins Kim in studio to discuss the intentional misleading narrative regarding forced minimum wages and his featured op-ed, Minimum Wage Fail (kimmonson.com/featured_articles/minimum-wage-fail/).  Minimum wage jobs are a means to learn skills and gain experience for future, better paying jobs.  HB21-175 Prescription Drug Affordability Review Board is all about price controls. Hal Van Hercke, founder and owner of Castlegate Knife and Tool (castelgate.com), addresses minimum wage.  It is appalling that politicians continue their assault on small business while having no business experience themselves when pursuing more draconian policies.  Minimum wage can easily wipe out the average profit of 7% for many small businesses.  If entry level job salaries are increased, everyone above them will be looking for an increase as well.  Employers will look to job reductions, automated jobs and delayed hiring to preserve their businesses if forced minimum wages are implemented. Dr. Jill Vecchio, radiologist saving lives and informing listeners weekly on important medical issues, discusses new proposed HIPAA rules.  Dr. Vecchio summarizes the new proposed changes and the results of the changes including phone vendors will not be restricted by HIPAA and the patient's medical records will no longer have restricted access.  Visit this link to read the proposed changes:  https://www.hhs.gov/sites/default/files/hhs-ocr-hipaa-nprm.pdf.  Dr. Vecchio encourages people to make comments.  Comments are due by May 6, 2021.  On page 2 of the document the following information is given: You may submit comments to this proposed rule, identified by RIN 0945-AA00 by any of the following methods: Federal eRulemaking Portal You may submit comments to this proposed rule, identified by RIN 0945-AA00 by any of the following methods: You may submit electronic comments at Federal Register: Proposed Modifications to the HIPAA Privacy Rule To Support, and Remove Barriers to, Coordinated Care and Individual Engagement Regular, Express, or Overnight Mail: You may mail comments to U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Office for Civil Rights, Attention: Proposed Modifications to the HIPAA Privacy Rule to Support, and Remove Barriers to, Coordinated Care and Individual Engagement NPRM, RIN 0945- AA00, Hubert H. Humphrey Building, Room 509F, 200 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, DC 20201. Jason McBride, Senior Vice President with Presidential Wealth Management, comments on annuities.  Jason can sift through the verbal complexity so you can have a complete understanding of annuities and the benefits that can be advantageous to your financial portfolio.  Give Jason a call at 303-694-1600 to set up an appoin

In this episode, host Don Hardwick interviews his colleague, Rita Bowen, about the HIPAA Notice of Proposed Rule Making released late in 2020. https://twitter.com/hashtag/FollowTheMedicalRecord https://twitter.com/MROCorp Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen/

The CyberPHIx Roundup is your quick source for keeping up with the latest cybersecurity news, trends and industry leading practices, specifically for the healthcare industry. In this episode, our host Brian Selfridge highlights the following topics trending in healthcare cybersecurity this week: Microsoft's Exchange email critical exposure for healthcare entities New ransomware report cites $20b in losses for healthcare in 2020 alone; details and analysis are provided A major hack of over 150,000 security cameras allows external parties to view ICU rooms and other hospital locations HIPAA Privacy Rule comment period extensions COVID-19 vaccine registration websites getting hit by malware bots

HHS's Office for Civil Rights published their proposed changes to the HIPAA Privacy Rule. The changes include some required to make HIPAA better align with the requirements of 21st Century Cures Act for patient access to their records. There's a few other changes to note, as well. Let's check them out, shall we? More into at HelpMeWithHIPAA.com/291

Healthcare IT News Executive Editor Mike Miliard speaks with Matthew Fisher, a Partner at Mirick O'Connell and a specialist in healthcare law, about the new proposed HIPAA rule changes. They discuss the content of the rules, what effect they're likely to have, and the timing of the rules as the Presidential administration changes over.This will be the last episode of the year. We'll be back with more podcasts in 2021.Talking points: How big are these changes?How the right of access is being strengthenedAlignment with the info-blocking rulesExpanded definitions for care coordination and care managementThe extent to which the rule is playing catch-up with current practicesReducing HIPAA’s role as a blocker of legitimate information accessThe impact of the new rules on HIPAA’s privacy protectionsThe timing of this announcement and the Presidential transitionAdvice for providers and vendorsMore about this episode:HHS floats major changes to HIPAA Privacy RuleOCR issues guidance on disclosure of protected info using health information exchangesIs HIPAA outdated? AHIMA questions whether law is keeping pace with changeHIPAA update inches closer to realityThree ways providers get HIPAA right of access wrongHIPAA right of access: In what looks like a new trend, another costly settlementHow to solve the 'Goldilocks' dilemma of health data sharing?

In this episode the first half the sisters and their guest Tony discuss how we are being assimilated, data collection. The second half they talk about how to keep your self positive and protect your self in waking hours and in sleep time. What do you think is happening to the HIPAA Law, along with our rights? They did not go into details about this but we feel it is important for people to know about our loss of rights of our health privacy. So the following paragraph is taken directly from the HIPAA website https://www.hhs.gov/hipaa/for-professionals/special-topics/hipaa-covid19/index.html and a file titled "Notification of Enforcement Discretion for Business Associates". "As a matter of enforcement discretion, effective immediately, the HHS Office for Civil Rights (OCR) will exercise its enforcement discretion and will not impose potential penalties for violations of certain provisions of the HIPAA Privacy Rule against covered health care providers or their business associates for uses and disclosures of protected health information by business associates for public health and health oversight activities during the COVID–19 nationwide public health emergency." Music by Barra Mackinnon, and Five Finger Death Punch --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/midnight-margaritas/message

* Use coupon code PODCAST25 for 25% off this webcast * Webcast URL: https://www.theknowledgegroup.org/webcasts/hipaa-privacy-rule/ The current COVID-19 pandemic has created unprecedented challenges for health care providers and their business associates. This public health emergency has changed the way health care providers operate and deliver health care, including the increasing reliance on telehealth. Privacy officers for covered entities and their business associates need to keep abreast of notices and guidances issued by Department of Health and Human Services regarding compliance with Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) during this public health emergency. With the constantly evolving regulatory developments and changes in health care delivery emerging in this area, potential risks and challenges are expected to rise alongside other existing issues, making compliance even more important. In this LIVE Webcast, privacy law experts Scott Pink (O'Melveny & Myers LLP) and Christine Moundas (Ropes & Gray LLP) will provide the audience with an in-depth analysis of the recent trends in the HIPAA Privacy Rule in light of the COVID-19 pandemic. Speakers will present significant recent regulatory developments and compliance issues posed by this crisis. They will also provide best practices to stay compliant. For any more information please click on the webcast URL at the top of this description.

180. What is the HIPAA Security Rule? Intended Audience: EveryoneThe HIPAA Security Rule is related to the HIPAA Privacy Rule, though HIPAA Security Rule covers the safeguards in relation to ePHI. Today's episode, we quickly go over the requirements in the HIPAA Security Rule. Follow us on social media! Twitter: @pharmacyitme Instagram: @pharmacyinformatics LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/pharmacyitme/ Website: Pharmacy IT & Me Email: tony@pharmacyitme.com Follow Tony's personal Twitter account at @tonydaopharmd Network with other pharmacists at Pharmacists Connect!http://pharmacistsconnect.com For more information on pharmacy informatics, check out some of the following useful links: ASHP's Section of Pharmacy Informatics and Technology: https://www.ashp.org/Pharmacy-Informaticist/Section-of-Pharmacy-Informatics-and-Technology/ HIMSS Pharmacy Informatics Community: https://www.himss.org/library/pharmacy-informatics Disclaimer: Views expressed are my own and do not reflect thoughts and opinions of any entity with which I have been, am now, or will be affiliated.This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

Topics for Security Talk 1. PHI = personal health information 2. Security a. Passwords – 8 characters can be hacked in less than 1 minute b. Two Factor Authentication c. Confidentiality refers to protection of information shared with an attorney, therapist, physician (or other) from being shared with third parties without express consent. ... Privacy, on the other hand, refers to the legal protection of personal medical information from being shared on a public platform.Mar 4, 2019 3. Privacy a. Professional Code of Ethics 1. A pharmacist respects the autonomy and dignity of each patient. A pharmacist promotes the right of self-determination and recognizes individual self-worth by encouraging patients to participate in decisions about their health. A pharmacist communicates with patients in terms that are understandable. b. HIPAA i. The HIPAA Privacy Rule for the first time creates national standards to protect individuals' medical records and other personal health information. It gives patients more control over their health information. It sets boundaries on the use and release of health records. 1. www.hhs.gov › hipaa › for-individuals › faq › what-does-the-hipaa-priv... ii. Treatment iii. Administration/Utilization iv. Payment c. HealthIT.gov i. The privacy and security of patient health information is a top priority for patients and their families, health care providers and professionals, and the government. ... The Security Rule sets rules for how your health information must be kept secure with administrative, technical, and physical safeguards. Dec 17, 2018 HealhtIT.gov 4. HIPAA a. Treatment b. Administration/Utilization c. Payment 5. Controversy over Security a. Pro: Data needed for treatment b. Con: How data is used? c. Long, detailed responses to data security before it can be used ______ Make sure to subscribe to get the latest episode. Contact Us: Pharmacy Benefit News: http://www.propharmaconsultants.com/pbn.html Email: info@propharmaconsultants.com Website: http://www.propharmaconsultants.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/propharmainc Twitter: https://twitter.com/ProPharma/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/propharmainc/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/pro-pharma-pharmaceutical-consultants-inc/ Podcast: https://anchor.fm/pro-pharma-talks

In the second episode of our series on the national opioid crisis, Gina Bertolini discusses the overlay of recent guidance concerning privacy laws such as the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and the Confidentiality of Substance Use Disorder Patient Records (Part 2) regulations and how they are interpreted with regard to opioid treatment. While the HIPAA Privacy Rule generally restricts the sharing of patient information, there are certain circumstances particularly relevant in the drug overdose and treatment context that allow for permissive disclosure without prior authorization. Presenter: Gina L. Bertolini Download Presentation Materials

Dr. K explains 5 key basics that all family caregivers should know about the HIPAA Privacy Rule, and your options for getting doctors to share information about an older relative's health. She also covers what you can do if the older person can't or won't give written consent, and addresses other common caregiver questions. The post 045 HIPAA: Key Basics & 5 FAQs for Family Caregivers appeared first on Better Health While Aging.

MPT Podcast 46 - HIPAA Privacy Rule and the Impact of the Final Rule, with guest Mike Meikle of Hawkthorne Consulting Group. Mr. Meikle discusses the HIPAA Omnibus Rule and its effect on the Privacy Rule, and what it means for medical practices. This Issue (5:47): What is the HIPAA Privacy Rule? How has the HIPAA Final Rule changed the Privacy Rule? What is the best way to avoid non-compliance issues with the Privacy Rule? Click the play button to hear the podcast [smart_track_player url="http://mptaudio.s3.amazonaws.com/$emed$podcast/MPT_podcast_46.mp3" title="MPT Podcast 46 - HIPAA Privacy Rule and the Impact of the Final Rule, with guest Mike Meikle of Hawkthorne Consulting Group" ]  

This show concludes our exploration of what documents you should be tracking within your organization to be HIPAA/HITECH compliant. The number of documents will likely surprise even experienced practitioners. We will take a methodical approach and walkthrough the documents required for the following: 1) the HIPAA Privacy Rule; 2) the HIPAA Security Rule; and 3) the HITECH Breach Notification Rule.

This show concludes our exploration of what documents you should be tracking within your organization to be HIPAA/HITECH compliant. The number of documents will likely surprise even experienced practitioners. We will take a methodical approach and walkthrough the documents required for the following: 1) the HIPAA Privacy Rule; 2) the HIPAA Security Rule; and 3) the HITECH Breach Notification Rule.

This show (and the next few) will explore what documents you should be tracking within your organization to be HIPAA/HITECH compliant. The number of documents will likely surprise even experienced practitioners. We will take a methodical approach and walkthrough the documents required for the following: 1) the HIPAA Privacy Rule; 2) the HIPAA Security Rule; and 3) the HITECH Breach Notification Rule.

This show (and the next few) will explore what documents you should be tracking within your organization to be HIPAA/HITECH compliant. The number of documents will likely surprise even experienced practitioners. We will take a methodical approach and walkthrough the documents required for the following: 1) the HIPAA Privacy Rule; 2) the HIPAA Security Rule; and 3) the HITECH Breach Notification Rule.

  This show will continue to explore what you should expect from an OCR audit. We will conclude our review of the HIPAA Privacy Rule and start reviewing what to expect from a HIPAA Security Rule audit. Contrary to popular belief, audits are not these mystical "gotcha" exercises, but rather a methodical walkthrough of the following: 1) the HIPAA Privacy Rule; 2) the HIPAA Security Rule; and 3) the HITECH Breach Notification Rule.

  This show will continue to explore what you should expect from an OCR audit. We will conclude our review of the HIPAA Privacy Rule and start reviewing what to expect from a HIPAA Security Rule audit. Contrary to popular belief, audits are not these mystical "gotcha" exercises, but rather a methodical walkthrough of the following: 1) the HIPAA Privacy Rule; 2) the HIPAA Security Rule; and 3) the HITECH Breach Notification Rule.

  This show will continue to explore what you should expect from an OCR audit. Contrary to popular belief, audits are not these mystical "gotcha" exercises, but rather a methodical walkthrough of the following: 1) the HIPAA Privacy Rule; 2) the HIPAA Security Rule; and 3) the HITECH Breach Notification Rule. Auditors, by definition, have to deal with the "reality on the ground" which are the pertinent statutes and regulations. There are systematic ways to attack each of the Rules identified above and we will review those with our audience. We will also review strategies that can help you avoid a finding of "willful neglect."

  This show will continue to explore what you should expect from an OCR audit. Contrary to popular belief, audits are not these mystical "gotcha" exercises, but rather a methodical walkthrough of the following: 1) the HIPAA Privacy Rule; 2) the HIPAA Security Rule; and 3) the HITECH Breach Notification Rule. Auditors, by definition, have to deal with the "reality on the ground" which are the pertinent statutes and regulations. There are systematic ways to attack each of the Rules identified above and we will review those with our audience. We will also review strategies that can help you avoid a finding of "willful neglect."