Consequences of Not Protecting Health Care Data

Bill Dillon,

Gunster

Overview

Understand the federal and state regulatory schemes involving health care privacy and cybersecurity. Explore the ramifications and responsibilities under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), including what entities are covered. Investigate the privacy rights of individuals and delve into security concepts facing the health care industry. Understand the role of the Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology and the primary goals of the Federal Health IT Strategic Plan.

Who Should Enroll?

This course is a must for anyone working in the health care industry who wants to understand the interplay of federal and state health care privacy regulations.

What You Will Learn:

You will learn how to comprehend federal and state regulation of health care privacy, HIPAA, rights of individuals regarding medical data and security concepts.

Here are the topics we’ll cover:

Module 1: Health Care Privacy in the United States

Module 2: HIPAA–Overview of Covered Entities and Business Associates

Module 3: Rights of Individuals under HIPAA

Module 4: Sensitive Information and Minor Rights

Module 5: HIPAA Security

Module 6: Health Information Technology and Information Blocking

Available Credits:

None.

FAQS

Can I use this information for legal advice?

This course is not meant to be construed as legal advice. The information learned may serve as a basis to guide you in the correct direction. However, Stoops Colab cannot be responsible for counsel within the context of this course.
What is my projected weekly time commitment?

You can expect to spend 3-5 hours per week reviewing course content, engaging in interactive videos, and discussion board conversations.
Are there any textbooks or required course materials?

No, there is not! Downloadable forms, transcripts, and other useful resources will be made available to all learners.
How will this course be graded?

This is a pass/fail course. You must score 75% to complete the course.
In this completely virtual course, how will I interact with others?

This innovative learning format allows hardworking professionals to conveniently meet, collaborate, and network with other business professionals. Discussion boards allow for engaging conversations as well as the check-ins with the instructor.
We also encourage you to join the Stoops Colab Community to further engage with learners, instructors, and the community. For more information, click here.
Which certification does this course fall under?

This is the first of five courses required in the Certification in Privacy Law and Policy though there are no prerequisites to taking this course.

Meet Your Instructor

Bill Dillon

Gunster

William (Bill) Dillon is a shareholder in Gunster’s Tallahassee office. He is board certified by the Florida Bar as a specialist in the area of health care law. He is also certified by the Health Care Compliance Association in the area of corporate compliance (CHC) and the International Association of Privacy Professionals as an Information Privacy Professional for the U.S. Sector (CIPP/US). Bill focuses his practice on assisting health care providers and entities to adhere to the complex regulatory requirements of the health care sector.