Overview:
Regular (unencrypted) Email and Text Messaging are effective engagement and communication tools that patients like and have the right to use.
A simple 3 Step HIPAA Safeguard fully protects Covered Entities from violating both HIPAA and the TCPA (Telephone Consumer Protection Act) to ward off expensive TCPA class actions. The Internet is awash with mis-information about Health Care Email and Text Messaging that can lead Covered Entities into serious trouble.
HIPAA Rules generated by the HITECH Act and OCR guidance clearly explain how Covered Entities must comply with a patient's right to communicate by unencrypted Email and Text Messaging. The new HIPAA Rules and a directive from the CMS Center for Clinical Standards and Quality/Survey & Certification Group also clarify when Covered Entities must use encrypted Email and Text Messages when communicating PHI.
This webinar will explain how Covered Entities can protect themselves from HIPAA and TCPA violations by following the simple 3 Step Safeguard to communicate with patients using unencrypted Email and Text Messages.It also will explain when Emails and Text Messages containing PHI must be encrypted.
Why you should Attend:
You will find out how to use and document the 3 Step Safeguard to protect your organization when communicating with patients by regular Email and Text Message. The 3 Step Safeguard is a complete "Safe Harbor" from HIPAA and TCPA violations and exposure to unquestionable, serious Risks if you don't take advantage of this safeguard.
Areas Covered in the Session:
by : William Mack Copeland
Date : Tuesday, April 15, 2025 10:00 AM PDT | 01:00 PM EDT
Duration : 60 Minutes
Price : US$139.00
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Date : Wednesday, May 21, 2025 10:00 AM PDT | 01:00 PM EDT
Duration : 90 Minutes
Price : US$139.00
View Detailsby : William Mack Copeland
Date : Friday, April 11, 2025 10:00 AM PDT | 01:00 PM EDT
Duration : 60 Minutes
Price : US$139.00
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