The HIPAA Journal

MARCH 28, 2025

On March 20, 2025, Pineland Community Service Board disclosed a security incident detected on January 20, 2025. The forensic investigation confirmed unauthorized network access between November 24, 2024, and January 20, 2025, during which time the threat actor viewed or copied information from its network.

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Mobius MD

JANUARY 1, 2025

However, managing a successful medical practice in 2025 will require lots of work beyond the EMR. You must maintain an online presence, manage scheduling, and securely communicate with patients. Here are 6 of our favorite medical practice software tools in 2025, each with a different purpose.

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The HIPAA Journal

MARCH 19, 2025

Work is ongoing to restore its computer systems and while progress has been made, its scheduling system has yet to be restored and patients are unable to schedule mammography or ultrasound services. The breach was detected on January 15, 2025, and immediate action was taken to prevent further unauthorized access.

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The HIPAA Journal

JULY 16, 2025

Individuals wishing to object to the settlement or exclude themselves must do so by September 30, 2025. The deadline for submitting a claim is October 14, 2025, and the final approval hearing is scheduled for October 29, 2025. Million appeared first on The HIPAA Journal.

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Arkenea

JULY 23, 2025

Security in cloud environments has evolved to meet healthcare requirements, with major providers offering HIPAA-compliant infrastructure and advanced encryption capabilities. These components must support ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS coding systems while applying complex billing rules and fee schedules.

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The HIPAA Journal

JULY 11, 2025

Henry Ford Health encouraged patients to use the website and patient portal to submit information, review their health records, book appointments, schedule visits, pay bills, and communicate with providers. The deadline for objection to and exclusion from the settlement is August 11, 2025.

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The HIPAA Journal

JULY 22, 2025

Complimentary credit monitoring and credit score services were offered to the affected individuals, who were notified by mail in February 2025. The settlement has received preliminary approval from the court, and the final fairness hearing is scheduled for October 13, 2025.

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Valant

JULY 23, 2025

Look for HIPAA-compliant platforms that offer everything you need without making your clients jump through hoops. You need reliable systems for scheduling, billing, intake, and internal communication. Data security is a top priority; use platforms that support HIPAA compliance and encrypt communication across all channels.

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Valant

JUNE 18, 2025

Behavioral health RCM services can also make compliance easier by providing clear documentation, audit trails, and HIPAA-compliant systems that reduce risk for small practices. June 4, 2021 ICD-10 Code for Anxiety, Unspecified 2025 – F41.9 The unique needs of the field mean that one-size-fits all solutions may not be adequate.

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Valant

MAY 13, 2025

But do you know how to set up an efficient scheduling system? Practice management skills like scheduling, billing, documentation, and compliance can protect you from professional burnout and set you on a path to success. Do you know how to manage insurance claims to minimize denials and maintain your cash flow?

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Valant

JUNE 24, 2025

” Telehealth makes treatment accessible to more people and opens the door to increased scheduling flexibility. Look for HIPAA-compliant platforms that offer everything you need without making your clients jump through hoops. You need reliable systems for scheduling, billing, intake, and internal communication.

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The HIPAA Journal

APRIL 1, 2025

All claims must be submitted by or be postmarked by June 30, 2025. The settlement has received preliminary approval from the court, and the final approval hearing has been scheduled for June 16, 2025. Million Data Breach Settlement appeared first on The HIPAA Journal. The post Azura Vascular Care Agrees to $3.15

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The HIPAA Journal

JULY 22, 2025

Soon after the consolidated class action lawsuit was filed, all parties began discussing a potential settlement and scheduled mediation on February 3, 2025. Million appeared first on The HIPAA Journal. Mediation was successful, and an agreement in principle was reached on a settlement.

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Valant

JUNE 18, 2025

For example, front staff who struggle with interruptions can cut down on phone calls by using automated appointment reminders and scheduling processes. Before you use any AI feature, make sure it’s compliant with HIPAA, as well as state and federal regulations. June 4, 2021 ICD-10 Code for Anxiety, Unspecified 2025 – F41.9

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Arkenea

APRIL 10, 2025

According to Statista, the global IT outsourcing market is projected to exceed $591billion by 2025, reflecting a compound annual growth rate of 5.1percent. This rapid turnaround was possible due to the vendors agile processes, continuous integration pipelines, and prebuilt compliance frameworks for HIPAA and GDPR.

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Arkenea

MAY 12, 2025

In 2025, US businesses face unprecedented challenges finding affordable, quality tech talent. The solution? Look to India, where an elite ecosystem of developers delivers world-class results at a fraction of domestic costs.

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The HIPAA Journal

APRIL 27, 2025

HIPAA violation cases are compliance investigations that result from a data breach being notified to the Department of Health and Human Services’ (HHS) Office for Civil Rights (OCR) or a privacy complaint being submitted to OCR via the complaints portal. There are many different types of HIPAA violation cases.

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The HIPAA Journal

APRIL 29, 2025

The settlement has received preliminary approval from the court, and the final fairness hearing has been scheduled for August 27, 2025. The deadline for exclusion from the settlement, objection to the settlement, and submitting claims is July 3, 2025.

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The HIPAA Journal

JUNE 25, 2025

The settlement has received preliminary approval from the court, and the final approval hearing has been scheduled for September 2, 2025. Claims must be submitted by September 9, 2025, and any class member wishing to object to the settlement or exclude themselves has until August 11, 2025, to do so.

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The HIPAA Journal

JULY 15, 2025

The settlement has received preliminary approval from the court, and the final fairness hearing is scheduled for October 14, 2025. The deadline for objection to and exclusion from the settlement is August 26, 2025, and the deadline for submitting a claim is September 25, 2025.

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The HIPAA Journal

MAY 30, 2025

The settlement has received preliminary approval from the court, and the final fairness hearing has been scheduled for June 11, 2025. Million Data Breach Settlement appeared first on The HIPAA Journal. The post Practice Resources Agrees to $1.5

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The HIPAA Journal

MARCH 6, 2025

The settlement received preliminary approval from the court on March 4, 2025, and the final approval hearing has been scheduled for July 17, 2025. Million appeared first on The HIPAA Journal. The amount of the cash award will depend on the number of claims received. The post Rite Aid Settles Data Breach Lawsuit for $6.8

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The HIPAA Journal

JULY 25, 2025

The deadline for claiming a cash payment is October 8, 2025, and the final fairness hearing is scheduled for October 16, 2025. Individuals wishing to opt out of or exclude themselves from the settlement must do so by September 8, 2025. Million appeared first on The HIPAA Journal.

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The HIPAA Journal

JULY 23, 2025

Suspicious activity was identified within its IT environment on or around May 11, 2025. Notification letters were mailed to the affected individuals on July 2, 2025. The post Small Michigan Physical Therapy Practice Reports Loss of Patient Data Due to Cyberattack appeared first on The HIPAA Journal.

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The HIPAA Journal

JULY 24, 2025

The deadline for objecting to and opting out of the settlement is September 14, 2025. The deadline for filing a claim is October 14, 2025. The settlement has received preliminary approval from the court, and the final fairness hearing is scheduled for November 4, 2025. The post MedStar Health Agrees to $1.35

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The HIPAA Journal

MAY 9, 2025

A lawsuit was filed on February 19, 2025, Collins v. The Honorable Hunter Davis recently gave his preliminary approval, and the final approval hearing is scheduled for August 15, 2025. The deadline for exclusion from and objection to the settlement is July 16, 2025, and the deadline for submitting a claim is July 31, 2025.

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The HIPAA Journal

JULY 14, 2025

The deadline for opting out of and objecting to the settlement is September 2, 2025. Claims must be submitted by October 1, 2025, and the final fairness hearing has been scheduled for October 8, 2025. Million to Settle Class Action Ransomware Lawsuit appeared first on The HIPAA Journal.

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The HIPAA Journal

MAY 22, 2025

The deadline for objection to the settlement is July 14, 2025; the deadline for exclusion from the settlement is August 13, 2025; and the deadline for filing a claim is August 13, 2025. The final fairness hearing has been scheduled for July 28, 2025.

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The HIPAA Journal

JULY 25, 2025

The affected individuals were notified on December 23, 2025. The settlement has received preliminary approval from the court, and the final fairness hearing is scheduled for November 3, 2025. The deadline for opting out of the settlement is September 5, 2025, and claims must be submitted by September 5, 2025.

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Arkenea

JANUARY 25, 2025

Since it includes patients’ data or ePHI (Protected Health Information), it’s essential to encompass HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) rules during the e-prescription software development process. HIPAA regulations safeguard ePHI on physical, technical, and administrative levels.

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The HIPAA Journal

MARCH 12, 2025

The settlement has received preliminary approval from the court and the final approval hearing is scheduled for April 9, 2025. Claims must be submitted by April 2, 2025. The post Columbus Regional Healthcare Agrees to $1,175,000 Data Breach Settlement appeared first on The HIPAA Journal.

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Valant

APRIL 21, 2025

Practices should define role-based access levels, granting providers full clinical access while limiting administrative staff to only scheduling and billing permissions. HIPAA-compliant messaging systems keep patient communication secure. June 4, 2021 ICD-10 Code for Anxiety, Unspecified 2025 – F41.9

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