In a December 2023 blog post, we discussed the HHS proposed revisions to the Part 2 regulations and that finalization of those regulations was imminent. On February 8, 2024, HHS through the Substance Abuse and Mental Health...more
Healthcare organizations continue to be prime targets of cyberattacks. It is well-established that cyberattacks can lead to financial loss, reputational damage, and, in some cases, risks to patient care and safety. The recent...more
There has been a notable emphasis on proactive enforcement of the privacy and security of protected health information in recent weeks as evidenced by multiple developments regarding compliance with the Health Insurance...more
Physicians Talking With Their Domestic Partners About Patients - ? Health care institutions often require that physicians and medical students click through annual online modules or attend lectures about HIPAA. - But...more
On Jan. 3, 2018, the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) issued its final rule regarding the Confidentiality of Substance Use Disorder Patient Records Part 2. These changes become effective Feb....more