Updated 2:56 PM CDT, Tue July 27, 2021
Published Under: Healthcare IT Services
Based on the findings released by the Office of Civil Rights (OCR) in December 2020 showing over 80% failure in risk analysis and risk management, many experts predict HIPAA Audits will be occurring at an increased frequency with heightened focus on risk assessments.
Is Your Business Prepared?
When did you last perform a HIPAA Technology Assessment? Did it include all key areas of technology in your business? And, if so, can you prove it? Below we will discuss how we can help. Hint: It includes a FREE consultation!
Did it Include These Key Areas?
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Firewall
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Switches
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Servers
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Workstations
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Mobile Devices
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Phone Systems
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Email Systems
And, if so, is Current Documentation Available for This?
In the event of an audit, is all documentation available and updated?
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Email Password Resets
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Hardware Changes
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Date Encryption
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Encrypted email
In the event of a HIPAA audit, it’s also highly recommended to have a third party conduct your HIPAA Technology Risk Assessment. This is where your expert IT partners at VGM Forbin come in.
Here is How We Can Help:
Step 1: VGM Forbin provides a FREE consultation & sample documents you’ll need for your assessment.
Step 2: If determined that you need it, VGM Forbin can conduct your complete Technology Risk Assessment.
Step 3: We will then provide your Risk Score, All Findings and Supporting Documentation including an updated Policies and Procedures Manual.
Step 4: Finally, if you need our help, we can assist you with remediation.
Contact us to learn more on how we can prepare you for the upcoming HIPAA Audits or schedule your FREE consultation!
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