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Highlights! HIPAA Privacy Final Rule to Support Reproductive Health Applicability: ***CE including BUSINESS ASSOCIATES*** Effective date: June 25, 2024 Compliance Date: December 22, 2024 NPP Compliance Date: Feb 16, 2026 (to coincide with the part 2 changes) Re: attestation - ***Combined attestation is not allowed*** must be distinguished and labeled as such. Access the Final Rule Fact Sheet - https://lnkd.in/djYvmyAk #reproductivehealth #privacyrule #hipaa #compliance

Ever received a thick document titled "Notice of Privacy Practices" (NPP) from your healthcare provider? Don't toss it aside! Your NPP outlines: • How your health information is used and disclosed. • Your rights regarding your health information. • The provider's privacy practices. AHC is committed to protecting your privacy! Have questions about your NPP? Contact your healthcare provider or visit our HIPAA resources: [https://lnkd.in/dWuUHviv] #AHC #HealthcarePrivacy #PatientRights #noticeofprivacypractices #transparency #Empowerment #elearning #HIPAACompliance #osha #infectioncontrol #HHS #americanhealthcarecompliance #LearningManagementSystem #FWA #sexualharrassmentprevention

The Department of Health and Human Services estimates that over 70 million individuals will be affected by the new HIPAA Privacy Rule for Reproductive Health. To comply, Covered Entities (CE) and Business Associates (BA) may need to: ➡ Update BA agreements, ➡ Revise policies and procedures, ➡ Update their Privacy Notice/Notice of Privacy Practices (NPP), ➡ Update HIPAA training materials, and ➡ Implement the required attestation for applicable disclosures The new rule went into effect June 25, 2024. The earliest compliance date for CEs and BAs is December 23, 2024. Contact Cultured Compliance Co, LLC for expert support on your implementation project to prevent future penalties for non-compliance. Final Rule: https://lnkd.in/en4w6qYk #idahohealth #healthcarecompliance #HIPAA

The HIPAA Privacy Rule is being updated to enhance the privacy of reproductive healthcare information. The changes take effect on Dec 22, 2024, with compliance required by February 16, 2026. Here’s what health plans have to do by that time: https://hubs.li/Q02GxqPV0 #usa #hipaa #healthcaredata #healthcare #data #regulations #dataprivacy #dataprotection #privacynewsbites

Hey HR Friends! Don't miss out on this essential compliance webinar: 📅 July 18th, 11:00 to 12:00 PM PST ℹ️ Join us for the 2024 Mid-Year Compliance Updates for Group Health Plans. Get up-to-speed on key topics like changes to the HIPAA Privacy Rule, recent legislative developments in PBM, updates on gender affirming care coverage, and important judicial decisions. 🔍 Dive into annual obligations for the second half of the year. Secure your spot now! #Compliance #Acrisure #GroupHealthPlans #WebinarSignUp [Register Here]

🔍 Understanding HIPAA and law enforcement: What you need to know! 🚔🔒 Join us as we explore the intersection of HIPAA regulations and sharing patient information with law enforcement agencies. Discover our latest blog post addressing the question of whether HIPAA allows sharing patient information with law enforcement. Learn about the circumstances under which healthcare providers can disclose protected health information (PHI) to law enforcement authorities and the safeguards required to ensure compliance with privacy laws. 📖 https://hubs.la/Q02m7Pps0 Stay informed about the complexities of HIPAA regulations and gain valuable insights into navigating the balance between patient privacy and law enforcement obligations. Don't forget to subscribe for the latest updates and valuable insights. 👍🔔 #HIPAA #LawEnforcement #PatientPrivacy #HealthcareCompliance #PauboxBlog #StayInformed

🚨 Important Update: The HHS has rolled out a new rule to enhance HIPAA privacy protections for reproductive healthcare. This aims to safeguard individuals' access to lawful reproductive care without the threat of information disclosure. Get the full compliance alert here: https://lnkd.in/gtqVUHxq #compliancealert #HIPAA #healthcare

🚨 Important Update: The HHS has rolled out a new rule to enhance HIPAA privacy protections for reproductive healthcare. This aims to safeguard individuals' access to lawful reproductive care without the threat of information disclosure. Get the full compliance alert here: https://lnkd.in/gxHjytjW #compliancealert #HIPAA #healthcare

Disclosures of #healthcare information in response to #lawenforcement demands are getting more attention. Why is that the case? In some instances because the specific records sought involve services to #patients that have become politically charged for better or worse. Is the disclosure a #privacy violation? The answer will depend on the circumstances of the particular request. Getting to the exact #HIPAA requirements is important to at least remove or understand one element. Appreciating the #regulations will not address the broader underlying problem, but it can take one issue off the table. https://lnkd.in/ewPfntdk

In times of illness, you want to make sure your loved ones have access to the details of your health. HIPAA laws are stringent about medical privacy, and without the right documentation, even your closest family might find themselves hitting roadblocks when trying to get information about your condition or treatment. With HIPAA Proxy Documentation, you designate someone you trust to be your healthcare information agent. Do you have HIPAA Proxy Documentation in place to ensure they have the right access? We're here to help. 📞 https://lnkd.in/g7bSh_vg #Inheritance #Assets #Protection #Family #FamilyWealth #LegacyPlanning #FinancialPlanning #Legacy #EstatePlanning #Probate #Will #Trust #HIPAA