Tag Archives: privacy

Iowa Hospital Uncovers Extensive 7-Year Privacy Breach

After seven years of illegally accessing the protected health information (PHI) of 1,620 patients, an employee at UnityPoint Health’s Allen Hospital in Waterloo, Iowa has been reported to the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) for federal investigation. Officials at the hospital say that the breach was first uncovered on March 14, 2016. The… Read More »

Potential HIPAA Violations in the Aftermath of Prince’s Death?

Following Prince’s sudden death on April 21, 2016, media speculation about the causes surrounding the event have already begun to circulate widely. TMZ has reported that the artist was treated for a drug overdose just six days prior to his death. His private jet was reported to have made an emergency landing in Moline,… Read More »

Patient Privacy Infographic

Great Patient Privacy infographic we found, facts are startling but not surprising! Featured By: Compliance and Safety LLC