Healthcare providers face a unique landscape when it comes to cybersecurity. They are highly regulated by HIPAA and have an obligation to protect sensitive patient information. Technology is also a very important part of how they deliver care to patients. These factors combine to make healthcare a prime target for cyber criminals. The primary attack […]
Category Archives: Cybersecurity
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May
May
Healthcare providers are often left scratching their head on how to satisfy HIPAA requirements. We don’t blame you. The verbiage used sometimes sounds like it was written up by a drunk lawyer with the intent to confuse. They want to give guidelines without being prescriptive. The challenge is that it might be easier if they […]
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Mar
Mar
Healthcare providers have a responsibility to protect patient data. Not only because it’s the right thing to do, but also because they are regulated by HIPAA. Having the right cyber security measures in place for your medical practice is important. There is a lot of things that you can do, but some measures offer more […]
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Feb
Feb
Patient care is the priority for those working in the Senior Living space. It’s no surprise then that there isn’t enough time left in the day to deal with the complexities of cyber security and HIPAA compliance for senior living companies. The Cost of Inaction Often there seems to be an idea of security through […]
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Jan
Jan
In today’s digital age, cybersecurity is a term we hear almost daily. But what does it really mean, especially for those of us who aren’t tech wizards? This beginner-friendly guide breaks down the basics of cybersecurity, making it easy to understand and apply in your daily life. What is Cybersecurity? Cybersecurity is the practice of […]
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Jan
Jan
While a great option for many businesses, the hybrid work model of combining remote and office-based work brings its own cybersecurity challenges. In this blog, we will simplify these challenges and offer straightforward strategies for business owners to minimize their effects. Let’s get started! Simplifying Access to Company Resources: In a hybrid work setup, it’s […]
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Nov
Nov
The digital age has brought unparalleled opportunities for businesses, but it has also introduced challenges in safeguarding customer data. Recognizing this, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) introduced the Standards for Safeguarding Customer Information, commonly referred to as the Safeguards Rule, back in 2003. Now, for over two decades, the FTC Safeguards Rule has provided a […]
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Oct
Oct
Physicians have a lot on their plates. Managing busy schedules, staying up to date with medical advancements, and providing the best possible care to their patients. Amidst all these responsibilities, it can be easy to overlook the importance of cybersecurity and Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) compliance. However, protecting patients’ personal health information […]
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Sep
Sep
This week we got a call from a business owner that has had a persistent reoccurring IT issue. It’s annoying and stops their work. They’ve had 3 different IT providers try to solve it over the last year plus without success. I hopped on a call with them and my engineer. Within about 20 minutes […]
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Sep
Sep
Passwords are a pain. No one enjoys trying to remember login credentials for upwards of 100 unique sites and services. More to the point, no one can remember 100+ unique sets of credentials, which leads to all sorts of other awful security problems (don’t worry, we’ll discuss them in a minute). Thankfully, new technologies are on the […]