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• Does HIPAA apply to telehealth apps?

  HIPAA regulations generally apply to telehealth applications that handle PHI, requiring secure communication, data storage, and access controls.

  Last updated: 7/28/2024

• What are patient rights under HIPAA?

  Patients have rights to access and amend their records, receive accounting of disclosures, request restrictions, and file complaints under HIPAA.

  Last updated: 7/27/2024

• What are best practices for HIPAA-compliant email?

  Best practices for HIPAA-compliant email include encryption, patient consent, address verification, and avoiding PHI in subject lines.

  Last updated: 7/26/2024

• When is a Business Associate Agreement (BAA) required under HIPAA?

  A BAA is needed when a covered entity uses a vendor that handles PHI, contractually obligating the vendor to HIPAA rules.

  Last updated: 7/25/2024