Tag: ePHI

HIPAA-Compliant Web Sites: Requirements and Best Practices

March 23, 2021

It is not easy to create a HIPAA-compliant web site and webmasters often ask us for clarification on best practices when it comes to HIPAA compliance. We have previously discussed what makes a web page secure and also what makes a web site HIPAA-compliant, but it seems that an explainer on what you should and […]

What Are Your Goals for Sending HIPAA-Compliant Emails?

October 7, 2020

…and how Do They Influence Which Provider You Choose? So, you’ve heard that you need to send HIPAA-compliant emails. Maybe your company is only just starting to send ePHI in its messages. Perhaps it just wants to be extra careful, and limit the potential repercussions if ePHI is accidentally sent in an email. It could […]

When Should You Send ePHI in Your Marketing Emails?

July 20, 2020

If you operate in the healthcare sector, you should always be wary of your organization’s electronic protected health information (ePHI). One of the most complicated situations involves email marketing, because carelessly sent messages can easily lead to HIPAA violations and their costly ramifications. Because of this danger, you should only send ePHI in your marketing […]

CEO Erik Kangas Featured on Total HIPAA Podcasts

July 16, 2020

    Erik recently sat down with our friends at Total HIPAA to discuss a variety of HIPAA topics, including: Security concerns during COVID-19. How you can be more secure while working from home. How LuxSci is helping organizations that need to securely send PHI in their COVID-19-related communications. How to interpret the U.S. Department […]

Is Skype HIPAA Compliant? If not, what is?

May 9, 2020

In recent times we have seen a huge push toward telehealth, so many are wondering, “Is Skype HIPAA compliant?” While Skype is a practical tool that many people have access to, it’s important to consider any regulatory obligations you need to meet before you use it. If your business collects, stores, transmits or processes electronic […]