Avoid Data Breach and Fines

Performing a risk analysis is the cornerstone of HIPAA compliance. Risk analysis allows providers to safeguard against vulnerabilities to prevent data breach or other dire security events. Using risk analysis best practices supports better security for patient health data. It is also a key requirement of the HIPAA Security Management Process Standard and a major requirement for organizations seeking payment through the Medicare and Medicaid, Meaningful Use Program.

This eBrief offers the essentials and best practices of risk analysis that will help you to protect your organization from data breach, HIPAA violation, and compliance failure. Topics in this eBrief include:

• Performing an Annual Risk Assessment
• Completing Risk Assessments on Time
• Knowing the Difference Between a Full Review Versus a Full Risk Analysis
• Avoiding Common Pitfalls