Email vs Text: Security, Compliance, and What HIPAA Actually Requires
When organizations compare email vs text, the discussion often begins with operational efficiency, without first determining whether the communication method can meet HIPAA Security Rule requirements. However, once electronic protected health information (ePHI) is created, transmitted, or referenced, the method of communication must be evaluated strictly through a HIPAA compliance lens, not preference or habit.... Continue reading
HIPAA Compliant Texting for Physicians: Secure, Fast, and Fully Protected Communication
Texting your patients shouldn’t put your practice at risk. Learn how HIPAA compliant texting for physicians keeps your communications secure, protects PHI, and helps you stay compliant — without sacrificing convenience or care quality. Why Physicians Need HIPAA Compliant Texting Modern medicine moves fast — and so do physicians. From coordinating care to confirming appointments,... Continue reading
HIPAA Compliant Texting: What Every Healthcare Provider Must Know
In today’s mobile-first world, texting is how people communicate — including your patients. But in healthcare, texting without proper safeguards can expose your organization to major compliance risks. That’s why HIPAA compliant texting is no longer optional — it’s a necessity for providers who want to stay efficient, responsive, and within the law. This comprehensive... Continue reading
Is Google Text HIPAA Compliant? What Healthcare Providers Need to Know
Communicating with patients over text is quick, convenient, and widely used. But when it comes to transmitting Protected Health Information (PHI), convenience must take a back seat to compliance. Many healthcare providers wonder whether popular tools like Google Chat or Google Messages are HIPAA compliant. After all, these tools are already in use across countless... Continue reading
