Business Associates of covered entities must be ready to comply with the HIPAA privacy and security rules and new federal laws by February 2010, including:
- Breach notification requirements
- Changes to contracts
- Encryption and destruction standards on health records
Our free white paper,
Business Associates and HIPAA: What BAs need to know to comply with HIPAA privacy and security rules, will help you understand your obligations and comply with the regulations. The risks are real and the penalties are severe.