5 Things Practices Need To Do In The New Year #2
2.) Business Associates, Vendor Contracts & compliance with HIPAA. Have you assessed your vendor or contractor’s HIPAA security? The regulations require you to do due diligence on your business associates. Have you checked out their HIPAA compliance? Changes made with the HIPAA Omnibus bill makes you responsible for any breaches your Business Associates may have. Checking their compliance is prudent.