As healthcare becomes increasingly more digitized, safeguarding sensitive patient information is paramount. The latest proposed updates to the HIPAA Security Rule are setting the stage for stronger cybersecurity, and here’s why it’s vital for your practice.
What Might Change:
HIPAA’s proposed changes aim to make compliance more robust by mandating encryption, multi-factor authentication, annual pen testing, regular vulnerability scanning, and comprehensive risk analyses. It also emphasizes speed—requiring critical systems to be restored within 72 hours and notification of contingency activations within 24 hours. For business associates and group health plans, annual certifications and proactive safeguards are the new standard.
Why It Matters for Healthcare Providers:
Cyberattacks in healthcare can be devastating, compromising patient trust and regulatory compliance. These updates target growing threats head-on, ensuring you’re prepared to protect electronic protected health information (ePHI) with cutting-edge safeguards.
How IT and Advanced Cybersecurity Experts Can Help:
Navigating regulatory changes can be daunting. That’s where Advanced comes in. Our team of cybersecurity and IT experts specialize in implementing complex cybersecurity solutions tailored for each client’s business’ needs. From conducting detailed risk assessments to deploying encryption, anti-malware protections, and secure network segmentation, we ensure your systems stay resilient.
With cybersecurity threats on the rise, the stakes are high—but you don’t have to face them alone. Let Advanced help you adapt to these changes, secure your systems, and focus on what you do best: delivering exceptional care to your patients.
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