Simplifying HIPAA - JD Davidson

Course Summary:

Simplifying HIPAA by JD Davidson is designed to take the confusion out of HIPAA compliance for healthcare providers, business associates, and anyone handling Protected Health Information (PHI). This course provides a clear, concise, and practical understanding of the key requirements of HIPAA, helping you navigate the regulations effectively and implement necessary safeguards to protect patient privacy and data security. JD Davidson breaks down complex legal jargon into easy-to-understand concepts, offering actionable steps and best practices to ensure your organization meets HIPAA standards and avoids potential penalties.

Target Audience:

This program is ideal for:

• Healthcare professionals (doctors, dentists, nurses, therapists, etc.).
• Medical practice administrators and staff.
• Business associates who work with Covered Entities (e.g., billing companies, IT providers, consultants).
• Anyone responsible for handling or managing Protected Health Information (PHI).
• Compliance officers and privacy officers in healthcare organizations.
• Individuals seeking a clear and straightforward understanding of HIPAA regulations.

Main Content:

The program typically covers key areas such as:

• Understanding the Basics of HIPAA: An overview of the HIPAA Privacy Rule, Security Rule, Breach Notification Rule, and Enforcement Rule.
• Defining Covered Entities and Business Associates: Clearly identifying who is subject to HIPAA regulations and their respective responsibilities.
• The HIPAA Privacy Rule: Understanding patient rights regarding their PHI, including access, amendment, and accounting of disclosures.
• Permitted Uses and Disclosures of PHI: Knowing when and how PHI can be used and shared for treatment, payment, and healthcare operations.
• The Minimum Necessary Standard: Implementing policies and procedures to limit the use and disclosure of PHI to the minimum necessary to accomplish the intended purpose.
• The HIPAA Security Rule: Implementing administrative, physical, and technical safeguards to protect the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of electronic ¹ PHI (ePHI).
• Risk Assessment and Management: Identifying potential risks to ePHI and implementing appropriate security measures to mitigate those risks.
• Employee Training and Awareness: Educating your workforce on HIPAA policies and procedures to ensure compliance.
• Business Associate Agreements (BAAs): Understanding the requirements for contracts with business associates who handle PHI.
• Breach Notification Requirements: Knowing how to respond to and report breaches of unsecured PHI.
• Patient Rights and Complaints: Understanding how to handle patient requests and complaints related to their privacy rights.
• Practical Steps for HIPAA Compliance: Actionable strategies and best practices for implementing HIPAA requirements in your organization.