Friday, January 9, 2015
Think you're not subject to HIPAA? You might want to think again!
The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) and its implementing regulations apply to covered entities and business associates. The term “covered entity” is defined to include only the following: health care clearinghouses, most health care providers, and… health plans.
Yes, you read that correctly. As described further below, if you are a company that offers a health plan, your company's health plan is likely subject to HIPAA. This surprising to many employers, particularly if the company has no connection to the health care industry.
Read more at http://www.insidecounsel.com/2015/01/07/think-youre-not-subject-to-hipaa-you-might-want-to
Friday, January 2, 2015
Chick-fil-A Breach Detected Pre-Holiday Rush
http://www.engadget.com/2015/01/01/chick-fil-a-credit-card-breach/
With the Holidays finishing up this week, you can be assured there are more out there undetected. Are your customers PCI Compliant or do they just think they are?
With the Holidays finishing up this week, you can be assured there are more out there undetected. Are your customers PCI Compliant or do they just think they are?
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