Concern for protecting and safely handling private health information continues to grow, especially with the reliance on electronic transmission. Federal regulations such as the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) provide guidelines to help ensure that healthcare providers, institutions and their business partners protect patient records. While it’s clear what health entities should do to ensure private health data safety, the role of medical devices in this effort is less well understood. Understanding protected […]

Customer loyalty is the ultimate goal of any business. Everyday companies should not only try to provide excellent service but also try to turn a dissatisfied customer into a happy one. But how can one calm down an angry patient without violating HIPAA regulations? Sounds like this poses an additional challenge to healthcare providers. In this article, PissedConsumer.com tells you about the most common HIPPA violations and gives tips on how to respond to online […]