Practice Security: Protecting the MD ID

This final podcast of the Practice Security series is not about guarding the borders of Maryland or Idaho. It is about the fact that physicians have more of their personal information in public databases than most professionals. Additionally, since it's assumed that they have more money than most other Americans, physicians are targeted in schemes that attack them both at their personal financial level as well as the improper use of their medical unique identifiers. Find out how to guard yourself whether you're from Idaho or Maryland.

Resource Links
OIG Exclusions Database
Safeguarding Your Medical Identity - CMS
CMS Identity Remediation
Identity Theft Protection Services

Practice Security #3: HIPAA Security Audits Phase II

Just when you thought you were small enough to avoid detection, the Health and Human Services Office of Inspector General announced Phase II of HIPAA Security Audits program will roll out this spring. Do not take this lightly - all physicians need to tighten up their practices.

Related Resources:
OIG Announcement
Upcoming Compliance Bootcamp May 6, 2016
One Example of HIPAA Security Software

Defending your Practice from Ransomware

In the 70's and the 2000's, the possibility of being hi-jacked on an airline used to be a pretty real threat.  But far more likely these days is the possibility of getting your personal or work digital files taken hostage for money. Learn how to protect yourself and your practice from ransomware.

Related Links:
Show Windows File Extensions
Three Options in a Ransomware Attack
Hollywood Presbyterian Hospital Ransomware Incident
US Computer Emergency Readiness Team (Homeland Security)