Note: Your progress in watching these videos WILL NOT be tracked. These training videos are the same videos you will experience when you take the full ProHIPAA for Leaders program. You may begin the training for free at any time to start officially tracking your progress toward your certificate of completion.
Welcome to your HIPAA compliance training course at ProTrainings! This course is designed for anyone who needs a greater understanding of the importance of safeguarding Protected Health Information (PHI) whether you're a trusted medical professional or a business associate supporting a healthcare organization.
In this introductory video, we outline the foundational requirements of HIPAA/HITECH, examine why cybercriminals target healthcare data, and review your legal responsibilities under federal law.
Common Handling Missteps with PHI
As demonstrated in the introductory scenario, routine office communications can easily compromise patient privacy if proper protocols are not followed. Always keep the following in mind when handling patient data:
- Verbal Disclosures: Avoid stating specific patient names alongside sensitive medical conditions or contact details in open office spaces where unintended listeners can hear.
- Unencrypted Text Messaging: Texting patient details or care updates to providers over standard SMS is a frequent source of HIPAA violations. Always utilize secure, encrypted communication channels to share Protected Health Information.
What You Will Learn in This Course
Throughout this training program, you will gain comprehensive knowledge regarding the current state of HIPAA compliance and your obligations under the law, including:
- Why Protected Health Information (PHI) is so valuable to cybercriminals
- Comprehensive HIPAA and HITECH requirements
- Real-world data breaches and current industry fines
- The vital role of encrypted email in daily healthcare operations
- Your specific legal responsibilities and personal accountability
Pro Tip #1: The primary objective of HIPAA regulations is to establish clear national standards to protect individuals' medical records and other personal health information while facilitating high-quality healthcare delivery.
Course Objectives
By completing this ProHIPAA training course, you will be fully prepared to:
- Understand and navigate complex government regulations and obligations
- Evaluate the current state of HIPAA and HITECH standards
- Properly identify, protect, and handle both physical PHI and electronic PHI (ePHI) in your daily workflow
Pro Tip #2: PHI includes any individually identifiable health information that relates to a patient's physical or mental health condition, the provision of healthcare, or payment for healthcare services. When in doubt, always treat patient data as fully protected!
