The HIPAA Journal

MAY 2, 2024

Class Action Lawsuits Over Tracking Technologies Soar Class action lawsuits over website tracking technology breaches are increasingly being filed, especially against healthcare organizations following guidance from the HHS’ Office for Civil Rights warning that the technologies violated HIPAA.

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The HIPAA Journal

JULY 3, 2024

The HIPAA transactions and code sets rules have the objective of replacing non-standard descriptions of healthcare activities with standard formats for each type of activity in order to streamline administrative processes, lower operating costs, and improve the quality of data. Referral Certification and Authorization.

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WSMDA

NOVEMBER 12, 2021

What Are the Most Important Things to Learn During Your NY Phlebotomy Certification? You can get a phlebotomy certification in NY in under a year, with generally 40-80 hours of class time and another 20-40 hours in hands-on training. These are areas that any reputable phlebotomy certification program should focus on.

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Phlebotomy Careers

JUNE 26, 2025

these‌ courses⁣ typically cover anatomy and physiology,‌ blood collection procedures, infection control, ​patient interaction, and legal considerations.The goal is⁢ to prepare ⁣students for certification exams and a career as a⁤ professional phlebotomist. Adhere to Safety Protocols: Always follow‌ infection control and ​safety standards.

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The HIPAA Journal

JUNE 12, 2025

Hackers gained access to HealthEC’s population health management platform between July 14 and July 23, 2024, and obtained the sensitive data of patients of its healthcare provider clients, per The HIPAA Journal report below. Million Settlement Approved to Resolve HealthEC Data Breach Litigation appeared first on The HIPAA Journal.

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The HIPAA Journal

APRIL 25, 2024

The lawsuits seek class action certification, a jury trial, damages, and injunctive relief. The post Multiple Class Action Lawsuits Filed Against City of Hope National Medical Center Over Data Breach appeared first on HIPAA Journal.

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Phlebotomy Careers

JULY 7, 2025

Here are‍ some practical tips to help you succeed: Get certified: ⁢Ensure you ⁢have​ a valid CPT certification ​from a recognized organization like the American Society ​of Phlebotomy Technicians. Obtain professional ‌certification: Certification from organizations like ASCP or NHA boosts your ⁣credibility.

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The HIPAA Journal

APRIL 17, 2025

The malware connects to its command-and-control server at random intervals to evade pattern-based detection methods, communications are secured with a custom certificate validation process bypassing root authorities, and obfuscated IP rotation and custom protocols on standard ports allow communications to blend in with normal traffic.

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Prism Career Institute

JUNE 24, 2025

They must follow patient confidentiality standards within the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and any other federal or local regulations. Earning certifications, such as a medical laboratory assistant credential, can help them advance their career.

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The HIPAA Journal

MAY 2, 2024

The purpose of HIPAA compliance software is to provide a framework to guide a HIPAA-covered entity or business associate through the process of becoming HIPAA-compliant and ensuring continued compliance with HIPAA and HITECH Act Rules.

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Prism Career Institute

MAY 6, 2025

It’s also crucial to maintain patient confidentiality and follow Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) regulations. This can be done by having up-to-date documentation, such as a CPR certification. This helps to keep them informed of the latest medical practices and procedures.

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Health Prime

MAY 23, 2024

It is also vital that your practice ensures that the coding partner and its staff hold relevant certifications, such as Certified Professional Coder (CPC) or Certified Coding Specialist (CCS). These industry regulations include the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).

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The HIPAA Journal

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

The post 20,000-Record Data Breaches Reported by Axis Health System & Gandara Mental Health Center appeared first on The HIPAA Journal. Individual notification letters were mailed to the affected individuals on October 17, 2024.

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Valant

JUNE 2, 2024

You’ll also be responsible for ensuring that your practice is HIPAA compliant. Look for EHR and other tech solutions that allow you to maintain strong HIPAA compliance and protections for PHI. This may be affected by business licensing laws , zoning laws, and more. There are plenty of resources to help you.

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Arkenea

APRIL 10, 2025

The vendor managed cloud infrastructure, data pipelines, and security certifications, delivering a turnkey solution within budget. 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

JUNE 22, 2025

Compliance and Security Upgrades HIPAA compliance audits: $5,000 – $15,000 Security assessments: $3,000 – $10,000 Data encryption upgrades: $2,000 – $8,000 Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) Analysis Understanding the total cost of ownership is crucial for making informed EHR investment decisions.

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CareerStep

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

Adhering to HIPAA regulations, ensuring patient confidentiality at all times. Working with physicians or other providers to clarify diagnoses or procedures for accurate coding while ensuring the security and confidentiality of patient information as mandated by HIPAA. The average hourly wage is $22.43

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Prism Career Institute

APRIL 15, 2025

Legal Standards for a Medical Assistant to Follow As a medical assistant goes about their work, they must adhere to the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) , which limits a healthcare provider’s ability to share patient information.

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MedAssistantEDU.org

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021

Once the applicants have qualified for the comprehensive examination, they earn the accredited national certification. The syllabus includes specific modules for training in a particular area that prepare candidates for the national certification exams like CMA, CCMA, etc.

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MedVA

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

MedVA understands how important this is and makes sure that all of our medical virtual assistants are HIPAA-trained and licensed. This certification shows that our MVAs follow the strict privacy and security rules of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act, which protects patient data at every contact.

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NHA Now

APRIL 29, 2020

If that's the case, focus on your education and certification(s), especially if you have hands-on experience through an externship or volunteer opportunity. Example Answer: During my externship, I gained experience communicating with patients, following HIPAA protocol, and handling electronic medical records.

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Arkenea

MAY 12, 2025

Despite previous unsuccessful attempts with two domestic development firms, our Indian team delivered a HIPAA-compliant solution that passed all security audits on the first attempt, with 40% fewer defects than the industry average, all while reducing development costs by 55%.

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ACI Medical & Dental School

MARCH 9, 2024

Ability to maintain confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA regulations. Additionally, those with certifications or additional training in medical office management may command higher salaries. Organizational skills to manage appointments, medical records, and administrative tasks efficiently.

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Prism Career Institute

JANUARY 28, 2025

CPT: This HIPAA code set stands for Current Procedure Technology and helps coders denote services and procedures performed by physicians, including anesthesia, surgery, radiology, pathology, and more. You can even obtain certifications that will further increase your earning potential.

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Intercoast

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

In California, counselors must comply with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and the Confidentiality of Medical Information Act. Workshops, certifications, and professional development opportunities provide valuable insights into emerging trends in the field.

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Arkenea

JANUARY 20, 2025

For example, you cannot perform medical billing duties if you do not have a certificate that proves that you are a medical biller. One of the regulatory legislation for health and safety is the HIPAA Law , along with others. Also, make sure that you are scheduling follow-ups and complying with the HIPAA law.

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Arkenea

JUNE 8, 2025

EHRs are HIPAA and HITRUST compliant to avoid disclosure of Patient Health Information (PHI) due to cyberattacks. Certified EHR are those that meet the standards defined by the certification and testing body. Moreover, HIPAA compliance and Privacy Rules are to be included while exhibiting Meaningful Use.

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The HIPAA Journal

JULY 9, 2024

The attack has affected its Vital Statistics System, which is used to process birth and death certificates. Some funeral homes have postponed their services or have been forced to physically visit healthcare providers to get signed copies of death certificates.

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Arkenea

DECEMBER 2, 2024

Every patient profile is accessible to patients for updating and editing data as mandated under the HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act). Compliance Regulations To share ePHI between healthcare providers and patients, a patient portal is made HIPAA compliant. Getting Started With Patient Portal Development 1.

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CareerStep

DECEMBER 10, 2024

One good way to get the people you need is to offer training and certification programs as a benefit. Training Focus: Providing coding system education and certification training can help existing employees transition into this role, which is foundational for efficient revenue management.

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The HIPAA Journal

MAY 12, 2025

Professional License and Education Verification All states require the verification of professional licenses and certifications for qualifying hospital roles. Other states may also require the verification of a candidates education records or other certifications when a candidate is applying for a non-medical role.

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Arkenea

APRIL 8, 2025

Security: Protecting Patient Data Given the sensitivity of health information, security is paramount: HIPAA Compliance: Ensuring all data exchanges meet the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act requirements for privacy and security. Best Practices for Implementing Medical Device Integration 7.1

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The HIPAA Journal

DECEMBER 14, 2022

It has been several years since new HIPAA regulations have been signed into law, but HIPAA changes in 2022 are expected. The last update to the HIPAA Rules was the HIPAA Omnibus Rule in 2013, which introduced new requirements mandated by the Health Information Technology for Economic and Clinical Health (HITECH) Act.

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