Keeping devices and data secure in healthcare environments is crucial, especially for clinicians and caregivers. This task becomes even more challenging when professionals leave the controlled environment of healthcare settings and venture into patients' homes. During those moments when
In June 2024, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) concluded its Accelerated and Advance Payment (AAP) program, leaving many healthcare providers to face the aftermath of one of the most significant cyberattacks in healthcare history. The program served as a financial lifeline for
The recent amendments to the HIPAA Privacy Rule, finalized by the Office for Civil Rights (OCR) at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), represent a significant shift in the protection of healthcare information. These changes are particularly important in the context of
The landscape of healthcare has been dramatically transformed by digital technology, providing unparalleled conveniences in patient care such as prescription refills and easy scheduling for appointments. However, the adoption of these advancements has also exposed hospitals to the perils of
The healthcare industry stands at a crossroads where technological evolution and regulatory stagnation perilously intersect. Despite the pervasive impact of technology in shaping modern American life, the healthcare sector remains ensnared by a web of aged regulations unfit for today's digital
In today's interconnected world, the question of how to access personal medical records while maintaining privacy is a significant concern for many. Various laws and regulations govern the management and release of these sensitive documents, ensuring that individuals' health information
