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What is HIPAA?
HIPAA stands for the Health Insurance Portability And Accountability Act of 1996, which is a United States legislation that provides data privacy and security provisions for safeguarding medical information.
The act, which was signed into law by President Bill Clinton on Aug. 21, 1996, contains five sections, or titles:
- Title I: HIPAA Health Insurance Reform
- Title II: HIPAA Administrative Simplification
- Title III: HIPAA Tax-Related Health Provisions
- Title IV: Application and Enforcement of Group Health Plan Requirements
- Title V: Revenue Offsets
In the context of online marketing, adhering to HIPAA Title II is what most people mean when they refer to HIPAA compliance.
HIPAA Title II
Also known as the Administrative Simplification provisions, Title II includes the following HIPAA compliance requirements:
- National Provider Identifier Standard. Each healthcare entity, including individuals, employers, health plans and healthcare providers, must have a unique 10-digit national provider identifier number, or NPI.
- Transactions and Code Set Standard. Healthcare organizations must follow a standardized mechanism for electronic data interchange (EDI) in order to submit and process insurance claims.
- HIPAA Privacy Rule. Officially known as the Standards for Privacy of Individually Identifiable Health Information, this rule establishes national standards to protect patient health information.
- HIPAA Security Rule. The Security Standards for the Protection of Electronic Protected Health Information sets standards for patient data security.
- HIPAA Enforcement Rule. This rule establishes guidelines for investigations into HIPAA compliance violations.The two requirements that apply to the relationship between HighLevel, a customer Agency, and the agency's client (the Practice) are the HIPAA Privacy Rule and the HIPAA Security Rule. The details of each of these rules can be found here:
HighLevel Compliance
In the relationship between HighLevel, a customer Agency, and the agency's client (the Practice); the Practice is considered "the HIPAA-covered entity" and HighLevel and the Agency are considered "HIPAA Business Associates".
HighLevel has worked with The Compliancy Group consultancy to ensure that we are in full compliance with the HIPAA Privacy Rule and the HIPAA Security Rule so that we can enter into HIPAA Business Associate Agreements (BAA) with our customer Agencies.
In order for the personal health record data of your client Practice's patients to be completely protected, however; your Agency must also be in full compliance with HIPAA Title II so that you can provide your client Practice with a HIPAA Business Associate Agreement as well.
Please reach out to us if you would like the contact information of The Compliancy Group which can help you ensure that your Agency is fully compliant.
Security
Our database automatically encrypts all data before it is written to disk. No setup or configuration is required and no need to modify how you access the service. The data is automatically and transparently decrypted when read by an authorized user.
With server-side encryption, Google manages the cryptographic keys on your behalf using the same hardened key management systems that we use for our encrypted data, including strict key access controls and auditing. Each database object's data and metadata are encrypted under the 256-bit Advanced Encryption Standard, and each encryption key is itself encrypted with a regularly rotated set of master keys.
HIPPA in Australia
The Privacy Act 1988 is largely the Australian counterpart to HIPAA. As patient health data is easily one of the most sensitive kinds of personal information out there, the Privacy Act was partly designed to give further layers of protection to safeguard said data, amongst other material. Article here:
HIPAA Australia: IT’s Role in Secure Healthcare Data
In the evolving landscape of healthcare data management, HIPAA Australia stands as a cornerstone ensuring the confidentiality of patient information. As the digital age accelerates, the intersection of IT solutions and healthcare compliance becomes increasingly crucial.
Understanding HIPAA Australia in the Healthcare Context
HIPAA, or the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act, is a well-known framework in the United States, designed to safeguard patient health information. In Australia, while HIPAA as such is not legislated, the principles it embodies are mirrored in the Australian Privacy Act 1988 and various state-level privacy laws.
The essence of HIPAA Australia lies in its focus on protecting personal health information. This encompasses a broad spectrum of data, from patient medical records to their personal identifiers. In an era where data breaches are not just a possibility but a frequent occurrence, the role of HIPAA Australia is more significant than ever. It serves as a regulatory framework ensuring that healthcare providers, insurers, and related entities handle patient data with the utmost care and security.
Real-World Challenges in Healthcare Data Security
In the realm of healthcare, data security is a paramount concern, particularly under the stringent requirements of HIPAA Australia. The Privacy Act of 1988, Australia’s counterpart to the US’s HIPAA, sets a high bar for protecting patient information. Despite this, healthcare providers face real-world challenges that threaten the security of sensitive data.
Cyber threats, such as hacking and phishing, are on the rise, targeting the vast repositories of personal health information stored electronically. Moreover, the increasing use of telehealth services, while beneficial, introduces new vulnerabilities. These risks are compounded by the need for healthcare providers to share information across platforms and institutions, making it crucial to ensure secure data transmission. Article HERE: