People say blockchain is unhackable. They claim it will revolutionize how we store medical records. It sounds like the perfect solution for an industry plagued by data breaches. However, there is a major catch when you mix this technology with […]
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The field of medicine is evolving fast due to artificial intelligence. You may find devices that can automatically transcribe patient notes or algorithms that can detect cancer earlier than the human eye. This innovation has incredible possibilities for efficiency and […]
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Most consumer health data falls into a regulatory gray area that leaves many patients vulnerable. The financial stakes for protecting actual medical records are incredibly high in the United States. According to the 2024 Cost of a Data Breach Report […]
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Did you know that 42% of hospitals have noticed information blocking behaviors since the passage of the 21st Century Cures Act? If you work in healthcare, you may have seen it, too. In this article, we’ll break down what information […]
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Medical identity theft isn’t just about stealing your personal data, it can compromise your medical record, impact your care, and derail insurance claims. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) warns in its November 2024 guide that medical identity theft can leave […]
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Staying compliant with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) is more critical than ever for pharmacies. With evolving privacy rules, new technology requirements, and ongoing staff training needs, even small compliance gaps can lead to costly violations. With […]
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Data breaches in healthcare are on the rise. A November 2024 report from the National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI) revealed that millions of patient records are compromised each year – often due to unintentional Health Insurance Portability and Accountability […]
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HIPAA compliance is no longer optional, it’s the foundation of patient trust. A recent Carrington College guide (August 2025) points out that dental offices must now use multi-factor authentication and strong encryption to meet the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability […]
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The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) Privacy Rule, updated in November 2024, now makes it mandatory for healthcare providers to share protected health information within 30 days. It keeps privacy in place for mental health records even 50 […]
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Did you know that about 55% of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) penalties now hit small healthcare practices, sometimes landing fines as high as $1.5 million per violation? This finding comes straight from the January 2025 study […]
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