How to Conduct a HIPAA Risk Assessment
Overview:
This course delivers a structured methodology for conducting a HIPAA Risk Assessment, aligned with the framework used by Federal auditors and the established guidelines of the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST).
Participants will also gain critical insights into the Federal audit process and the emerging legal exposure related to patient lawsuits for wrongful disclosures of protected health information.
Why you should Attend:
A thorough and defensible HIPAA Risk Assessment is not just a best practice—it is a fundamental requirement and the first document regulators will request in an audit. This session is designed to provide definitive answers and actionable guidance for meeting this critical obligation.
Key questions we will address include:
Has your organization conducted a comprehensive HIPAA Risk Assessment?
Are you confident it would withstand regulatory scrutiny?
Do you have documented policies for every implementation specification of the HIPAA Security Rule, including justifications for any deemed "not applicable"?
This training provides a step-by-step guide for performing a proper risk assessment and how to identify inadequate, templated solutions in the marketplace. We will cover how to develop specific, actionable policies and procedures directly from your risk assessment findings, ensuring they meet regulatory expectations. The session will also emphasize the necessity of aligning your policies with actual practices and the significant compliance risks of using generic, non-specific templates.
Areas Covered in the Session:
Regulatory Updates for 2024
Developing and Documenting Policies and Procedures
Identifying and Analyzing Security Risks
Managing Business Associate Responsibilities and Liabilities
Conducting a NIST-Based HIPAA Risk Assessment
Who Will Benefit:
Practice Managers
Physicians and Medical Professionals
Legal Counsel
All Business Associates serving the healthcare industry, including:
Billing and Transcription Companies
IT and Answering Services
Home Health Agencies
Medical Coders
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