GoodRx has agreed to pay a $1.5 million civil penalty for violating the Health Breach Notification Rule. In addition to the penalty, a proposed court …
Technological advancements have revolutionized the healthcare system. Cloud-based EMR systems, telemedicine, and remote patient monitoring are just a few ways that patient care has …
The new year brings waves of inspiration, creativity, and courage, and there is no better time to start or nurture your existing business. Creating a …
In March 2021, a security guard stumbled on a single-specimen container displaying PHI in a dermatology practice parking lot dumpster. This discovery led to a …
The Violation
HIPAA violations are a part of your safety practices. In May 2020, a nurse threw away medical records that contained PHI in a …
Fifteen hospitals in the Minneapolis-St Paul and Duluth areas are negotiating new union contracts with their nurses. The Minnesota Nurses Association (MNA) represents about 15,000 …