HealthIT Answers June 20, 2020
By Matt Fisher, Esq
Much is often said about non-compliance with HIPAA as well as a missing understanding for all that HIPAA does. While those sentiments are all too often true, the question of why that is that case, especially within an organization, is not always sufficiently explored. Nothing can be done about willful ignorance or other deliberate actions to avoid coming to an understanding. However, efforts can be made to put the necessary information into the hands of individuals to do the right thing. That means providing training and education.
What is training under HIPAA? The regulations say the following:
“[Security] Standard: Security Awareness Training: Implement a security awareness and training program for all members of [the entity’s]...