Practice Management Alert

Security and Compliance:

Don't Fall Prey to Incidental PHI Disclosure

Training employees in the specifics could prevent a breach down the line. Complying with the Health Information Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) may feel like old hat, but there are important nuances you and team members need to navigate. Incidental disclosures are one realm in which many practices may need to deepen their understanding, especially concerning “reasonable use” of protected [...]
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