Webinar Overview

The era of light-touch HIPAA enforcement is over. With strong bipartisan backing, the government is now rigorously enforcing HIPAA HITECH, and the stakes have never been higher. This critical 90-minute webinar provides a comprehensive update to help practice managers and compliance officers get their HIPAA house in order amidst a landscape of new rules and emerging threats.

We will address the major regulatory shifts, including the implications of the Dobbs vs. Jackson ruling, the 21st Century Cures Act (Information Blocking), evolving telemedicine guidelines, and the increased cybersecurity risks facing the healthcare sector. With an overwhelming number of issues facing Covered Entities and Business Associates, this session will cut through the noise to focus on the most common violations and the practical, proactive steps you can take to avoid costly fines and legal headaches.

Why You Should Attend

HIPAA has transformed from a rarely-enforced regulation into a primary source of organizational risk. Attend this session to get answers to the most pressing questions:

• What new enforcement priorities can we expect from the OCR and Congress?

• How do major events like the Dobbs ruling and the Cures Act directly impact my HIPAA compliance obligations?

• What are the updated guidelines for telemedicine, texting, and emailing PHI?

• How can I fortify my organization against the rising tide of cyberattacks and subsequent patient lawsuits?

Drawing on over 21 years of experience as a compliance auditor and expert witness, the instructor will explain how patients are now successfully seeking cash remedies for wrongful disclosures and, more importantly, show you how to build a defensible compliance program to limit these risks.

Areas Covered in the Session

• The 2024 Enforcement Landscape: Key regulatory updates and congressional mandates.

• Dobbs vs. Jackson: Understanding the profound impact on PHI disclosures and patient privacy.

• Telemedicine & Digital Health: The do's and don'ts for compliant remote care.

• 21st Century Cures Act: Navigating the complexities of Information Blocking.

• Cybersecurity & Portable Devices: Addressing modern threats and securing mobile data.

• Digital Communication: New guidelines for texting and emailing PHI securely.

• Audit & Litigation Insights: Lessons from real-life audits and court cases.

• Business Associate Management: Mitigating increased burden and shared liability.

• Breach Notification: Required steps and documentation when an incident occurs.

Who Will Benefit

This webinar is essential for all organizations handling protected health information, including:

• Practice Managers and Compliance Officers

• Business Associates (Billing Companies, IT Vendors, Transcription Services, etc.)

• Physicians and Medical Professionals

• Healthcare Attorneys and Consultants

• Chief Information and Security Officers