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HIPAA Electronic Transmission Standards: What You Need to Know
HIPAA Compliance

HIPAA Electronic Transmission Standards: What You Need to Know

When it comes to handling patient information, healthcare providers must navigate the maze of HIPAA regulations, especially regarding electronic data transmission. Understanding these rules is crucial to ensure compliance and protect patient privacy. This article will guide you through the essential aspects of HIPAA electronic transmission standards and provide practical tips to help you keep your data secure and compliant.

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By Feather Staff
The HIPAA Omnibus Rule of January 2013 Did What?
HIPAA Compliance

The HIPAA Omnibus Rule of January 2013 Did What?

When you think about patient privacy and data security, the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) probably comes to mind. But what about the HIPAA Omnibus Rule of January 2013? This significant update brought some big changes to the table, reshaping how healthcare entities, and even their associates, handle patient information. Let's break down what these changes mean, how they impact healthcare practices, and why they're important for maintaining compliance in a world where data breaches are more common than we'd like to admit.

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By Feather Staff
The HIPAA Privacy Rule: When Use or Disclosure Is Permitted
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The HIPAA Privacy Rule: When Use or Disclosure Is Permitted

Handling patient data while ensuring it's kept private is no small feat for healthcare providers. The HIPAA Privacy Rule is there to guide us on when it's okay to use or share this sensitive information. Whether you're dealing with medical records or patient communications, understanding this rule is crucial. Let's talk about when the use or disclosure of patient information is permitted under HIPAA, and how it can impact your daily operations.

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By Feather Staff

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