HIPAA Compliance Certification
HIPAA Compliance Certification
Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act
- Certified organization to conduct Lead Auditor/Auditor/Lead Implementer Training in HIPAA by Staunchly Management and System Services Limited, (accredited by Egyptian Accreditation Council (EGAC). EGAC is a recognized accreditation board and an International Accredited Forum (IAF) Multilateral Recognition Arrangement (MLA) Signatory. The Certificate issued by MLA signatory recognized accreditation board are recognizable among the other accreditation boards Internationally)
- Licensed Training Partner with Cyber Accreditation Board (www.cyberab.org) an an initiative of US Dept of Defense.
- Member organization of Quality Council of India (www.qcin.org)
- Government eMarket Place (GeM) approved Organization (www.gem.gov.in)
- Licensed institute partner with CMMI Institute, Pittsburgh, USA
CMMI Institute
Experiential Learning Objectives (Practice Based)
The learning objectives of HIPAA training are designed to ensure that participants acquire specific knowledge, skills, and behaviors necessary to effectively comply with HIPAA regulations and protect patient health information.
- Understanding HIPAA Regulations:
- Recognizing Protected Health Information (PHI)
- Patient Privacy Rights etc
Why is HIPAA Training Important?
HIPAA training is crucial for employees who handle PHI in any capacity within healthcare organizations. It ensures that personnel understand their responsibilities regarding patient privacy and security, reducing the risk of data breaches and HIPAA violations.
Benefits of Our Training:
- Enhanced understanding of HIPAA regulations
- Reduced risk of data breaches and compliance violations
- Improved protection of patient privacy and confidentiality
- Increased confidence in handling PHI securely
Introduction to HIPAA
- Overview of HIPAA regulations
- Historical context and purpose of HIPAA
- Key provisions of HIPAA Privacy Rule and Security Rule
- Covered entities and business associates
- Penalties for non-compliance
Patient Privacy Rights
- Overview of patient privacy rights under HIPAA
- Right to access medical records
- Right to request amendments or corrections to PHI
- Right to request restrictions on the use or disclosure of PHI
- Right to receive an accounting of disclosures
Handling PHI Safely
- Secure transmission and storage of PHI
- Verbal communication protocols for discussing PHI
- Disposal of paper and electronic PHI
- Remote work considerations and safeguards
- Role-based access control and need-to-know principle
Understanding Protected Health Information (PHI)
- Definition and examples of PHI
- Identifying PHI in different formats (electronic, paper, verbal)
- Importance of maintaining the confidentiality of PHI
- Risks associated with unauthorized disclosure of PHI
Security Measures for Protecting PHI
- Introduction to HIPAA Security Rule
- Administrative, physical, and technical safeguards
- Best practices for securing electronic PHI (ePHI)
- Password management and access controls
- Encryption and data encryption standards
Incident Response and Breach Management
- Steps to take in the event of a PHI breach or security incident
- Reporting requirements for breaches and security incidents
- Containment measures and damage assessment
- Notification procedures for affected individuals and regulatory agencies
- Follow-up actions and lessons learned
Compliance Responsibilities and Ethical Considerations
- Role of employees in maintaining HIPAA compliance
- Documentation requirements for HIPAA policies and procedures
- Training and awareness programs for ongoing compliance
- Ethical considerations in handling PHI
- Professionalism, integrity, and respect for patient privacy
