This webinar discusses the importance of HIPAA compliance for our patients, our organizations, and ourselves. It will detail the steps we must follow for HIPAA compliance, including the importance of making sure the companies with whom we do business are also compliant. The webinar will reference some of the most recent HIPAA breaches and fines, from some of the biggest hospitals to the smallest medical practices. Finally, we will learn practical tips and options for ensuring compliance -so we can focus on the things we do best!

Learning Objectives:

• What exactly is HIPAA? Why is it important?
• What should I do to be HIPAA-compliant?
• Do my business associates need to be compliant? Which ones?
• What happens if I’m not compliant? Could I get audited? Could my patient records get hacked?
• Is there anyone who can help me with all of this?