OCR Urges Healthcare Providers to Strengthen Physical Security for Patient Data
JD Supra
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Contributed by: Sarah Richardson
Summary
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Office for Civil Rights (OCR) has reiterated the importance of complying with the Physical Security provisions of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). The reminder emphasizes the need for healthcare organizations to implement adequate physical safeguards to protect electronic medical records and related equipment from risks such as unauthorized access, damage, and interference. OCR encourages regular audits and risk assessments to identify vulnerabilities and ensure compliance with HIPAA regulations.
