The HIPAA Journal

JUNE 12, 2025

For example, the survey found that a significant number of healthcare organizations have not appointed a dedicated HIPAA Privacy Officer who holds sufficient decision-making authority, raising concerns about their leadership’s commitment to HIPAA compliance. The survey also examined training practices at HIPAA-regulated entities.

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HIPAA Unit Organization and Environment Business Associate Documentation 111

The HIPAA Journal

MAY 20, 2025

HIPAA incident management is the process of tracking, responding to, and documenting HIPAA security incidents as they are detected by automated security tools or reported by members of the workforce. Regardless of whether HIPAA incident management is fully automated, manual, or semi-manual, the process must include specific elements.

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HIPAA Business Associate Documentation Follow-Up 90

The HIPAA Journal

APRIL 30, 2025

The implication of this requirement if finalized – is that covered entities will only be permitted to contract services from business associates that can demonstrate compliance with HIPAA. Despite the variety of compliance requirements, some areas of HIPAA compliance are common to all business associates.

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Arkenea

APRIL 8, 2025

For example, providers may need API for automated appointment scheduling and bill payments to save their time and money. The security rule mandates all those who exchange information (Covered Entities and Business Associates) to follow the three safeguards: a.

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Arkenea

AUGUST 15, 2024

They store protected health information (PHI), and aid providers in documentation process. EMR software conveniently offers access to medical records, helps with appointments, and generates billing. With EMR API integration, organizations can streamline billing, appointment booking, and more such processes.

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The HIPAA Journal

APRIL 27, 2025

State Attorneys General can also impose financial penalties on HIPAA-covered entities and business associates for violations of the HIPAA Rules. Another increase is due to be applied on January 15, 2025, but will likely be applied much later. Alternatively, financial penalties can be imposed if a breach of ePHI violates state laws.

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