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25 HIPAA Facts, Myths & Surprising Truths About Healthcare Privacy
By Brenda Medel, , HIPAA Blog, HIPAA Compliance, Resources

25 HIPAA Facts, Myths & Surprising Truths About Healthcare Privacy

Introduction When it comes to protecting patient privacy, the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) is one of the most recognized—yet often misunderstood—laws in healthcare. Whether you’re a provider, an administrator, or a health tech startup, understanding HIPAA’s facts and myths can help you stay compliant, protect patient data, and avoid costly violations. In... Continue reading
Answering Your Top 10 HIPAA Cloud FAQs
By Brenda Medel, , HIPAA Blog, HIPAA Cloud, HIPAA Hosting, Resources

Answering Your Top 10 HIPAA Cloud FAQs

“Technology is the engine of healthcare — and today, that engine runs on the cloud,” says Adam, host of HIPAA Insider, kicking off a discussion that every healthcare organization needs to hear. “But with great power comes, as always, great responsibility.” In this episode of HIPAA Insider Podcast, Adam and Gil Vidals, CEO of HIPAA... Continue reading
The Ultimate Guide to HIPAA Data Backup 
By Brenda Medel, , Cyber Data, HIPAA Blog, Resources, Security

The Ultimate Guide to HIPAA Data Backup 

Beyond Backup, Toward Data Resilience Imagine this scenario: a staff member opens a phishing email, and within minutes, a ransomware attack encrypts every patient file on your server. Your electronic health record (EHR) system is down. You can’t access histories, schedule appointments, or process billing. Your practice is paralyzed. This nightmare is an all-too-common reality.... Continue reading
HIPAA and Social Media: A Guide to Compliance and Penalties
By Brenda Medel, , HIPAA Blog, Marketing, Resources

HIPAA and Social Media: A Guide to Compliance and Penalties

With over 5 billion global users across platforms like Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and TikTok, social media continues to redefine communication — and healthcare is no exception. Hospitals, clinics, and private practices now rely on social channels for community engagement, patient education, and brand visibility. But this rise in connectivity brings an equally sharp rise in... Continue reading
HIPAA Compliant Email Service: What Healthcare Practices Need to Know
By Brenda Medel, , HIPAA Blog, HIPAA Email, HIPAA Gmail, HIPAA Outlook, Resources

HIPAA Compliant Email Service: What Healthcare Practices Need to Know

When your medical office sends lab results, billing information, or referrals via email, you must use a HIPAA compliant email solution to safeguard patient data. A secure, compliant email system helps you stay within HIPAA’s Privacy and Security Rules while maintaining patient trust. 🔒 Protect PHI with HIPAA-Compliant Email — Schedule a Consultation Today No... Continue reading
What Are the Key Differences Between GDPR and HIPAA? A Complete Guide
By Brenda Medel, , Cyber Data, HIPAA Blog, Resources, Security

What Are the Key Differences Between GDPR and HIPAA? A Complete Guide

In today’s digital economy, data privacy isn’t just a best practice—it’s the law. For any business in healthcare or handling user information, two acronyms cause the most confusion: GDPR and HIPAA. While both of these complex regulations aim to protect sensitive information, they are not interchangeable. Assuming compliance with one covers you for the other... Continue reading