Chief Healthcare Executive January 29, 2023
Kyle Ryan

Independent practices are particularly vulnerable to breaches. But practice owners can take simple steps today to protect patient data.

As the cybersecurity landscape rapidly changes, independent practices have become a prime target for malicious activities.

Recent data from the U.S. government paints an alarming picture: healthcare breaches spiked significantly in early 2022, nearly doubling compared to 2021 figures.

Independent practices are particularly vulnerable due to fewer resources and are often less equipped to handle breaches. Cybersecurity requires a holistic approach on both an individual and organizational level. As healthcare security breaches continue to rise, cybersecurity doesn’t have to be complex: medical practice owners can take simple steps today to protect patient data.

1. Keep your software updated

Keeping your software...

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