AMA toolkit prepares physicians for HIPAA compliance
With the HIPAA omnibus rule Sept. 23 compliance date just around the corner, the American Medical Association released free resources to prepare physicians for the new regulations that require extensive changes to existing privacy, security and breach notification requirements.
The AMA’s free resources include:
- HIPAA privacy and security toolkit: Helping your practice meet new compliance requirements
- HIPAA Security Rule: Frequently asked questions regarding encryption of personal health information
- Sample Notice of Privacy Practices
- Sample Business Associate Agreement
For more information on AMA resources, go here.