
EDI In Healthcare
The Digital Revolution in Healthcare In today’s healthcare landscape, electronic systems are revolutionizing how organizations handle data and deliver care. Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) has emerged as a crucial technology transforming healthcare operations from paper-heavy processes to streamlined digital workflows. Understanding Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) in Healthcare Definition and Purpose Electronic Data Interchange represents a... Continue reading
What Is a BAA? Understanding the Role of a BAA in HIPAA Compliance
Every healthcare organization has at least one Business Associate Agreement (BAA) in place with a service provide. Anything or anyone that comes into contact with Protected Health Information (PHI) should have a BAA in place, protecting the covered entity (the healthcare organization) and the business associate (the service provider). Note: Business Associates are not just... Continue reading
Is Microsoft Outlook HIPAA Compliant?
In today’s digital era, technology has become the backbone of the healthcare sector. Healthcare practitioners and administrators are utilizing various digital devices and applications to make healthcare accessible, affordable, and convenient for their patients; all the while, streamlining their communication to improve efficiency. One such digital application is email – which is used universally by... Continue reading
Are Windows Servers HIPAA Compliant?
There are many day-to-day tasks that healthcare professionals must ensure are HIPAA-compliant. Sometimes the security of your system is the last thing you think to check up on when you’re focusing on providing care to your patients, especially if your system was HIPAA-compliant when you first set it up. This begs the question, is Windows... Continue reading