Senator Warner issues healthcare cybersecurity policy options
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Contributed by: Drex DeFord
Summary
Senator Mark Warner's policy paper, "Cybersecurity is Patient Safety," addresses the substantial risks and inefficiencies in healthcare cybersecurity. It emphasizes the need for a dedicated healthcare cybersecurity leader within the federal government to enhance coordination between the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA). Warner calls for legislative measures such as updating HIPAA regulations, implementing cyber hygiene practices, and incentivizing cybersecurity improvements through rebates and workforce development programs. The report outlines critical responses to cyberattacks, including federal disaster relief and programs to support rural healthcare cybersecurity efforts. Warner invites feedback from stakeholders to build a balanced, collaborative approach to address the escalating cybersecurity threats in the healthcare sector.
