Tag: PHI
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Keeping PHI safe from cybercriminals
As we all know, protected health information (PHI) is some of the most sensitive information there is, and it’s crucial that steps are taken to keep it safe from prying eyes. In this blog post, we’ll take a look at some of the best ways to secure PHI from cybercrime. What is PHI? PHI is […]
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Crucial tips to protect customers’ PHI
If your business handles protected health information (PHI), it’s your duty to take every step possible to ensure that your clients’ data is secured. Cybercriminals often target PHI because it contains personal, medical, and financial information that they can exploit for profit. This blog will discuss best practices your business can adopt to protect your […]
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Properly securing customers’ PHI
Cybercriminals continue to find ways to penetrate organizations and steal sensitive data. It is therefore critical that businesses take steps to secure their systems in order to protect customers’ protected health information (PHI). Read on to learn more about how you can keep PHI safe from cybercriminals. What is PHI? PHI is any information about […]
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PHI best practices that all business leaders should know
Protected health information (PHI) is a common target of cybercriminals, as the personal, medical, and financial information that comprise it can be abused for financial gain. This is why businesses that handle PHI should take every step possible to ensure that their clients’ data is always protected. Provide your staff with regular training A comprehensive […]
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Protect your business — and your customers — by following these PHI management tips
Data privacy practices are necessary in any business, most especially in the healthcare industry. With protected health information (PHI) containing so much data that can be abused in the wrong hands, it’s simply a must for all healthcare organizations to make every effort to protect it. Get your business on track with PHI security by […]
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Here’s how to make sure your business properly handles PHI
It’s imperative for healthcare organizations and business associates to take every precaution when it comes to managing protected health information or PHI. Aside from having significant regulatory and compliance implications, failing to protect PHI can seriously affect clients and damage a business’s reputation. Here are some steps you can take to avoid the repercussions of […]
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Are you HIPAA-compliant? 4 Things to look into
Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) regulations pertaining to IT have become much clearer over the past few years, but there are still a few areas in which your office might not be compliant. This isn’t necessarily because of negligence on your part, but rather a lack of understanding of the requirements. Let’s look […]
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4 Important factors about HIPAA and your IT
Medical records are private and their exposure could lead to negative consequences such as social stigma and job discrimination. The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) protects these data and grants patients the right to view their own health information so that they can enjoy more control over their care. Healthcare practices must therefore […]
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4 Important details about HIPAA compliance
Getting your practice up to code when it comes to Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) regulations can seem challenging upon first glance, but knowing where your IT efforts must be prioritized is the first step. In this article, we’ll zero in on four of the most critical items you must look into to […]
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5 Best practices for securing PHI
Protected health information (PHI) includes personal, medical, and financial information, as well as other data created or used when a patient sought and received healthcare services. Due to the sensitive nature of PHI, it is highly valuable to hackers — and this is why your healthcare organization must do everything possible to protect any PHI […]