Conference Description:
Why you should attend:
The HIPAA Security Rule, in place and as proposed in amendments going into effect in 2011, calls for all Covered Entities and Business Associates, and their subcontractors, to be in compliance with provisions protecting all kinds of electronic protected health information, including the adoption of a complete set of information security policies and procedures.
While many entities have gone through the processes necessary for HIPAA Security Rule compliance, many are only partially in compliance and have not adopted the policies and procedures necessary for compliance. Many may be doing many of the right things for compliance, but have not documented their policies and procedures and compliance activities as required. And many may be exposing themselves to potential breaches of security because of inadequate, undocumented security practices, policies, and procedures.
Now there are new, increased penalties for HIPAA violations and a new, random auditing process is being implemented so that HIPAA covered entities will be subject to reviews by the US Department of Health and Human Services' Office for Civil Rights even if no one files a complaint. And with new technologies like smart phones and portable media being added to the mix, new vulnerabilities require new policies and procedures to avoid problems with audits and breaches.
If you haven’t done what’s required under the HIPAA Security Rule, you could be liable for willful neglect penalties that begin at $10,000 minimum and go up from there. You need the proper protections to secure protected health information, and the necessary documented policies and procedures, as well as documentation of any actions taken pursuant to your policies and procedures.
What's more, with the breach notification regulations established in 2009, the costs of not properly securing your data have increased dramatically. With the ever-increasing use of electronic records and systems, and changes in how you do business, now is the time to review and renew your information security program, make sure you have the policies you need, and avoid violations and penalties for non-compliance. Having the right policies and procedures in place can help prevent problems, and show that you've been doing your best even if a problem arises.
Price List:
Live : $195.00
Corporate live : $695.00
Recorded : $245.00
webinars@mentorhealth.com
http://www.mentorhealth.com
Phone: 800-447-9407
Fax: 302-288-6884
Start Date: 2012-01-26
Last Day: 2012-01-26
Contact Person: webinars
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Address:
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Tel: 8004479407
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