Traditional methods of communication, like phone calls or faxes, are increasingly being supplemented or replaced by quicker, more efficient text messaging. However, with this shift comes the responsibility to protect patient information. HIPAA-compliant texting solutions are a trend and a necessity in today's healthcare landscape. They provide a secure platform for healthcare providers to communicate with colleagues and patients, share sensitive information, and coordinate care without risking privacy violations.
Session Highlights:
- Discover what CMS' new Feb. 8 memo requires if you plan to text patients.
- Choose the safest communication method: patient portal vs. email communications.
- Protect yourself from HIPAA violations with a straightforward item added to your emails.
- Identify when you can send PHI via email – or if you ever should.
- Stop the worst internal text message HIPAA violators from sinking your practice.
- Prevent private email use (i.e., Gmail, Yahoo, etc.) from ending in catastrophe.
- Improve HIPAA security for all your messaging easier than you thought possible.
Why Should You Attend:
Due to the digitally inclined systems and processes, HIPAA-compliant texting has become the need of the hour for all healthcare professionals and organizations. Protecting the patients' rights and safeguarding their personal information is as important as delivering exceptional care. A HIPAA-compliant text messaging solution is one way to stay secure and avoid legal hassles. While text solutions encrypt your data and streamline communication processes, a comprehensive, security-first approach is a must to protect your business. The webinar will teach you how to prevent federal and state violations and fines because of noncompliance with emailing and texting HIPAA laws.
Who Should Attend:
- Covered Entities
- Compliance Officers
- Practice Managers & Staff
- Anyone who texts patients.
Attendees:
- Healthcare CEOs, CFOs & COOs
- Physician and Physician Assistants
- Billers and Coders
- Revenue Cycle Specialists
- Government Organization
- Defense Counsel
- Relator’s Counsel
- Compliance Officers
- Healthcare Attorneys
- Cybersecurity Professionals & Consultants
- Anyone in Healthcare
