Copiers

Many healthcare organizations focus on securing computers, servers, and electronic health record systems. However, one often-overlooked device may also contain sensitive information: your office copier. Many healthcare organizations focus on securing computers, servers, and electronic health record systems. However, one often-overlooked device may also contain sensitive information: your office copier. This device, if not properly secured, can be the cause of a large HIPAA breach for your practice

in order to be HIPAA Compliant, you must maintain a "Culture of Compliance" at your office. This can include keeping your software up-to-date, regular required training and addressing risks that pose to your office. This month we address Phishing Emails, Battery Backups and Proper Disposal of Copiers/Printers/Fax Machines