Apr 27, 2017 | Breach, HIPAA Fine, HIPAA Violations, HSN
Preparing for a HIPAA audit is vital for healthcare organizations. Sure, these organizations understand that they may face a HIPAA audit, but often let preparation for such an event fall to the bottom of their priority list. It is important to ensure your organization...
Apr 19, 2017 | Breach, HIPAA Fine, HIPAA Violations, HSN
Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs), Community Health Centers (CHCs) and related entities are non-profit organizations that run on shoestring budgets. These organizations are constantly in search of revenue, grants and donations to keep their operations...
Apr 17, 2017 | Breach, HIPAA Violations, HSN, ransomware, Security Training
ABCD Pediatrics, a Texas based pediatric practice has recently reported a major data breach, which came as the result of a ransomware attack occurring in early February. An article on Gov Info Security explores the attack, looking closely at what made it a reportable...
Apr 13, 2017 | Breach, HIPAA Fine, HIPAA Violations, HSN
When you think of being a patient in the hospital, the last thing you may think about is the safety of your personal data. According to research findings by Michigan State University, the security of your personal information in U.S. hospitals is something to be...
Apr 12, 2017 | HIPAA Violations, HSN, Phishing, ransomware, Security Training
According to researchers, a new variant of ransomware has stepped onto the scene, choosing the healthcare industry as its target. Researchers from the security firm Forcepoint have discovered the ransomware, which has been name Philadelphia. An article over on...
Apr 10, 2017 | Breach, HSN, ransomware, Security Training
While it is true that Americans are becoming more aware of the need to protect their information online through methods such as utilizing strong passwords or being conscious of how they’re using public Wi-Fi, many still lack in key areas which could cause significant...
