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Welcome to Guarded Edge's Blog
Welcome to the Guarded Edge's Blog, your go-to destination for insightful resources and updates on HIPAA compliance. Dive into our curated columns designed to empower you with the knowledge and confidence needed to navigate the complex landscape of compliance effortlessly. From regulatory updates to best practices, our expertly crafted content ensures you stay informed and equipped to meet the ever-evolving demands of HIPAA and beyond. Let our blog be your trusted companion on your journey towards compliance excellence!
Diane Evans
2 days ago
Proposed Changes in HIPAA Rules Help YOU!
By Diane Evans Recently, the U.S. Office for Civil Rights (OCR) proposed stronger rules for data security and compliance under the...
Diane Evans
Jan 10
Your New Year's Data Security Checklist is Here
By Diane Evans The new year presents a good time to pinpoint any gaps in your data security program as required under the Health...
Diane Evans
Dec 16, 2024
Carelessness & Neglect Reign as Leading Causes of Data Breaches
By Diane Evans Want to know the best way to avoid a data breach? Understand why they happen. An updated report by the U.S. Department...
Diane Evans
Dec 16, 2024
Start 2025 Feeling Secure
As we welcome a new year, there’s no better time to ensure your organization is equipped to prevent data breaches and comply with HIPAA...
Diane Evans
Dec 14, 2024
2025 Consulting Packages - Limited Availability
At Guarded Edge, we focus on helping long-term care providers self-implement and manage HIPAA compliance and data security across...
Diane Evans
Dec 10, 2024
Play Santa: Check your List of Security Policies Twice!
By Diane Evans As you think about work-related resolutions for the new year, ask yourself this question: At this moment, do you feel sure...
Diane Evans
Dec 4, 2024
Think Simple to Better Manage Data Security under HIPAA
By Diane Evans Overall, it’s fair to say HIPAA regulations are confusing. One way to simplify the requirements is by focusing on the...
Diane Evans
Nov 20, 2024
Goalposts for Risk Assessment
By Diane Evans In last week’s issue, we discussed the critical role of risk assessment in identifying vulnerabilities to private data...
Diane Evans
Nov 13, 2024
Don't Risk Ignorance to Data Vulnerabilities
By Diane Evans Recently, the U.S. Office for Civil Rights (OCR) announced a new “ Risk Analysis Initiative ” to highlight the need for...
Diane Evans
Nov 7, 2024
Privacy Regs are Personal, Not Political
By Diane Evans Following elections, questions often arise about the fate of privacy laws. The short answer: Both conservatives and...
Diane Evans
Oct 30, 2024
Take a Walk to Take a Data Inventory
By Diane Evans This week’s issue of The American College of Healthcare Executives (ACHE) Newsletter carries an excellent article about...
Diane Evans
Oct 22, 2024
Beware of this HIPAA Speed Trap
By Diane Evans This week, I speak at a conference on a topic that could seem mundane – but is actually a speed trap for federal fines. ...
Diane Evans
Oct 16, 2024
Uphold the Trust of Those you Serve
By Diane Evans Recently, during a speaking engagement, I made the point that long-term care faces perhaps the highest cybercrime risks...
Diane Evans
Oct 8, 2024
Growing Pains: New Acquisitions Mean New Risks
By Diane Evans Given the growth projections in long-term care – coupled with ongoing consolidation – it’s worth discussing the privacy...
Diane Evans
Sep 30, 2024
Know This! 4 Must-Do Cybersecurity Practices
Long-term care providers: Here are some newly released, user-friendly tipsheets from the federal government's cyber defense agency. The...
Diane Evans
Sep 24, 2024
Fall HIPAA Training Offers for Leaders in Long-Term Care
Course title: Building Security Checkpoints Oct. 16 from 1 pm to 2 pm EST Summary: Data theft can and does take place within offices...
Diane Evans
Sep 23, 2024
Do You Know Where Your Data Is? Better Find Out!
By Diane Evans In discussing a recent data breach , last week’s post pointed out that a compliant risk assessment could minimize...
Diane Evans
Sep 23, 2024
Know the Basics of Risk Assessment under HIPAA
Several years ago, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) published seven "Saver Series" reports on how to protect data and...
Diane Evans
Sep 17, 2024
Assess your HIPAA Risk Assessment
By Diane Evans Once again, another data breach – resulting in federal fines – sends a compelling message to healthcare executives: Do...
Diane Evans
Sep 16, 2024
Download our Emergency Preparedness Checklist
This Emergency Preparedness Checklist is adapted from a presentation at the Association of Professional Developmental Disabilities...
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