We get it – if you’re like many of the healthcare organizations we’ve encountered in the last couple of decades, your medical records staff is probably stretched thin enough without… Read More
Do not be misled by complaining requestors under the wrongful claim of “Minimum Necessary” Violations. Annoyed and confrontational requestors may challenge the content provided in response to a request for… Read More
The HIPAA Security Rule requires organizations subject to HIPAA to conduct a Security Risk Analysis (SRA) to identify, address and mitigate risks to protected health information (PHI). The Office of… Read More
HIPAA requires covered entities and business associates conduct a Security Risk Analysis (SRA) to ensure compliance with addressable and required elements of the HIPAA Privacy and Security rules. The intent… Read More
There are two main options for sending and receiving secure email in healthcare: Zix and Barracuda. At ScanSTAT, we use ZixMail to encrypt electronic communications containing PHI or other sensitive… Read More
Our apologies if THAT song from the 80s is now playing in your head, but it may be the reminder you need to get this required year-end to-do crossed off… Read More