The importance of HIPAA compliance to your business

If your company is in the healthcare industry or provides medical services, you are required to comply with HIPAA regulations. In this article, we’ll talk about what HIPAA is, and what being HIPAA-compliant means to your business.
What is HIPAA
The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) is a federal law that establishes national standards to safeguard sensitive patient health information from being released without permission.

4 Important factors about HIPAA and your IT

Getting your practice up to code when it comes to Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) regulations can seem challenging upon first glance, but knowing where your IT efforts must be prioritized is the first step. In this article, we’ll zero in on four of the most critical items you must look into to become HIPAA-compliant.