Complying with HIPAA
The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), enacted in 1996, is a U.S. federal law designed to protect PHI and other sensitive patient health information. HIPAA establishes the standards
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What is the HIPAA Security rule?
The HIPAA Security rule applies to covered entities, business associates, subcontractors – anyone or any system with access to confidential patient data. Every organization in the healthcare delivery ecosystem must
Security Considerations for AI in Radiology
As the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) into radiology continues to advance, it brings forth a multitude of opportunities to enhance diagnostic accuracy, streamline workflows, and improve patient outcomes. However,
SOC 2 for Radiology
While a SOC 2 report is often associated with technology companies and cloud service providers, its principles are equally applicable and beneficial to organizations in the healthcare sector, including radiology
Cybersecurity and Compliance Best Practices for Radiology
In the rapidly evolving landscape of healthcare, the integration of technology has become indispensable, particularly in the field of radiology where digital systems are fundamental to diagnosis and treatment. However,
Benefits of Pen Testing for Radiology
Radiology organizations handle sensitive medical information and rely heavily on secure digital systems to store and transmit patient data. With the increasing prevalence of cyber threats, ranging from ransomware attacks
Pen Testing for Radiology
Penetration testing, often referred to as “pen testing” or “ethical hacking,” is a proactive security assessment approach used to identify vulnerabilities and weaknesses within a computer system, network, or application.
Can you have a Ransomware attack if you are HIPAA-compliant?
The short answer: Yes The in-depth answer: The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) sets the minimum standards for protecting sensitive patient health information (PHI). The Department of Health
Sources of Ransomware Attacks on Healthcare Systems
A cohort study published in The Journal of the American Medical Association in December of 2022 revealed that Ransomware attacks targeting Healthcare delivery organizations more than doubled from 2016 to
Comparing Top 5 Security Regulations for Healthcare
The healthcare industry has been the target of countless hacking attempts despite adopting security protocols outlined in the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) since 1996. Hackers have found