The HIPAA Omnibus Rule could play an important role in improving the security of medical devices that store patient data, says an official with the agency that enforces HIPAA. Find out what part the rule could play.
Although the HIPAA Omnibus Rule is a step in the right direction for protecting health information, the regulation still leaves large privacy gaps, says patient advocate Deborah Peel, M.D.
As the banking industry gets better at defending itself against security threats, cybercriminals will focus more of their attention on stealing data from the healthcare industry, predicts cybercrime expert Bill Fox.
Preparing for compliance with the privacy and security provisions of the HIPAA Omnibus Rule and the HITECH Act electronic health record incentive program go hand-in-hand, says federal privacy officer Joy Pritts.
Patient portals can fulfill some regulatory requirements related to providing individuals with electronic access to their medical records. But privacy and security concerns must be addressed, two experts say.
The resumption of the HIPAA compliance audit program is on hold while regulators analyze pilot audit project results and implement the HIPAA Omnibus Rule, says Susan McAndrew of the HHS Office for Civil Rights.
What are the responsibilities of business associates under the HIPAA Omnibus Rule? And how should covered entities work with BAs on compliance? Security expert Mac McMillan explains.
Consumer advocate Deven McGraw describes how a new federal rule spells out four factors that must be weighed in a risk assessment to determine if a health data breach must be reported.
The Cleveland Clinic is in continuous risk assessment mode, always on the lookout for emerging threats and vulnerabilities, says Mark Dill, director of information security. Learn about his top priorities.
Russ Branzell, the incoming leader of the College of Healthcare Information Management Executives, says CIOs must spearhead efforts to ensure that patient data that's exchanged remains secure.
The 2013 Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society Conference in New Orleans will feature numerous sessions on privacy and security issues, including presentations by federal regulators.
HHS will provide educational tools to help healthcare organizations and their business associates comply with the HIPAA Omnibus Rule. Find out what's in the works - and when it will be available.
Be sure to look for our in-depth coverage of the HIMSS 2013 Conference, featuring insights on the HIPAA Omnibus Rule, the HITECH Act EHR incentive program and a variety of privacy and security issues.
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