The Office for Civil Rights (OCR), at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), recently issued a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) aimed at updating the HIPAA Security Rule. The changes new HIPAA security rules for ePHI proposed by the OCR, which is responsible for the definition and enforcement of the Security Rule, […]

In the healthcare sector, securing protected health information (PHI)  has huge implications for healthcare providers, payers and suppliers, including protecting their organizations from malicious actors and cyber security threats, as well as damage to reputation. At the same time, the secure handling of PHI enables you to take advantage of today’s digital engagement and data-driven […]

In 2024, email and communication vulnerabilities continued to plague the healthcare industry. Phishing, ransomware, and email misconfigurations were at the center of several high-profile healthcare data breaches. This article highlights five of the most significant U.S. healthcare data breaches tied to communication failures, the fallout from these incidents, and actionable steps to bolster email security […]

At LuxSci, we are dedicated to empowering healthcare providers, payers and suppliers with secure, HIPAA-compliant communication tools that improve patient engagement and outcomes. As healthcare continues its digital transformation, the focus on personalization, security, and compliance has never been more critical. In this year’s most-read blogs, we explore the strategies, tools, and insights shaping secure […]

In today’s digital healthcare landscape, protecting sensitive patient data isn’t just a best practice—it’s a legal requirement. HIPAA administrative, physical, and technical safeguards play a crucial role in ensuring healthcare data security and compliance. But what exactly do these safeguards entail, and how can healthcare organizations implement them effectively? This post breaks it all down […]