With healthcare contributing 3 of the 7 largest breaches in 2015, it might be an understatement to say that many healthcare organizations have been struggling to comply with HIPAA.
This article by Diana Manos, is almost 2 years old, but still outlines a "timeless" foundation that any healthcare organization could utilize to avoid a data breach.
Her 5 ways are:
- Do a Risk Analysis
- Encrypt your Data
- Regular Vulnerability Assessments and Penetration Testing
- Invest in Security Awareness Training for your Staff
- Engage you Business Associates(Vendors) - MAYBE the most important and often OVERLOOKED.