A few random HIPAA compliance tips for physician practices

Written by Reed Tinsley | October 7, 2014

Check EHR login information  Look at employee trails left in the computer logs to  get a feel for when employees are trying to access something they shouldn't. This goes for your practice management system too.

Recheck you breach notification policy as required by HIPAA  What will your practice do in thte event of a HIPAA breach?

Document everything your practice does to comply with HIPAA  Not only will this help you after a breach has occurred (shows you are and/or trying to be in compliance), this excersise will highlight where you are not in compliance with HIPAA.

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Reed Tinsley CPA

This article is written by Reed Tinsley, a Houston, TX-based CPA with over 30 years of experience advising physicians and medical practices across Texas and the United States. Reed holds certifications as a Certified Valuation Analyst (CVA), Certified Healthcare Business Consultant (CHBC), and Certified Financial Planner (CFP), specializing exclusively in the healthcare sector. He is a published author, nationally recognized speaker, and trusted advisor to physicians on accounting & tax, practice management, and financial planning. Schedule a Free Consultation.

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