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
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FREE things to do for
HIPAA Compliance
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1Keep a record of everything
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1The law wants you do document everything. Keep a list of meetings, activities and tasks that protect information.
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2Pay attention to breaches
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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?
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3Form a Compliance Committee
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3Utilize various people in the organization to find new ideas.
Keep track of the meetings and what was discussed.
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4Write a statement of commitment
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4Write a statement of your company’s commitment to the privacy and security of client information. List any steps you are currently taking.
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5Check into those you hire
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5Call references. Do a Google search. Document that you did these checks in their personnel file.
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6Have an annual staff meeting
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6Discuss the importance of client information confidentiality. Pass out copies of the company’s commitment to privacy and security. See #4.
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7Discuss confidential reporting
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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.
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8Talk with your vendors
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8Talk with any vendors who handle client information on your behalf. Discuss the importance of privacy and security. Add statements in your service agreements.
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9Read our blog
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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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