Patient Privacy: Discover These 3 Common Ways That Practices Violate HIPAA

Why This Topic Matters

Understanding routine privacy risks helps practices reduce the chance of compliance problems, enforcement scrutiny, and avoidable handling mistakes involving patient information.

Article Sections

1. Forgetting That HIPAA Rules Follow Charts That Leave the Office

   Discusses privacy concerns that can arise when patient information is removed from the office environment. The section addresses general operational safeguards and accountability measures.

2. Train Your Temps

   Covers privacy training expectations for temporary employees and the importance of including them in routine compliance processes. It also notes common ways practices document that training.

3. Don’t Let HIPAA Lapse After Patient Dies

   Explains that privacy protections can continue after death and references federal guidance on ongoing access and disclosure considerations. The section centers on HHS guidance and the Privacy Rule.