free hipaa compliance actions to do now
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HIPAA Compliance seems formidable, for agencies of any size. Here are some free things to move your agency toward compliance, without spending a dime.TRANSCRIPT
FREE things to do for
HIPAA Compliance
1Keep a record of everything
1The law wants you do document everything. Keep a list of meetings, activities and tasks that protect information.
2Pay attention to breaches
2Are you doing the same things they did? What steps did they take to mitigate the problem? Can you implement any of those steps, too?
3Form a Compliance Committee
3Utilize various people in the organization to find new ideas.
Keep track of the meetings and what was discussed.
4Write a statement of commitment
4Write a statement of your company’s commitment to the privacy and security of client information. List any steps you are currently taking.
5Check into those you hire
5Call references. Do a Google search. Document that you did these checks in their personnel file.
6Have an annual staff meeting
6Discuss the importance of client information confidentiality. Pass out copies of the company’s commitment to privacy and security. See #4.
7Discuss confidential reporting
7Send an email to employees about confidential reporting.Tell them they have a right to report any wrongdoing they see. Recommend they print out a description and put the printed copy in your office mailbox.
8Talk with your vendors
8Talk with any vendors who handle client information on your behalf. Discuss the importance of privacy and security. Add statements in your service agreements.
9Read our blog
9Read GRA Benefits Group’s blog. We discuss ways to implement a compliance program at your office. www.grabenefits.com/apps/blog
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