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HIPAA Cybersecurity Updates Coming Soon: 8 Things to Know

The Department of Health and Human Services has announced plans to update the regulations of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), a federal law mandating the protection of patient information by insurers and healthcare systems. These revisions are expected later this year and will incorporate measures specifically targeting cybersecurity.   Additionally, the introduction of fresh cybersecurity stipulations linked to Medicaid and Medicare funding may ...

Watch Medicare Advantage & The Two-Midnight Rule Follow Up: Where Are We Now (Video)

Embark on a comprehensive exploration of the Two-Midnight Rule with renowned health care reimbursement and operations expert, Day Egusquiza in this follow up to her "Two-Midnight Rule Nightmares" webinar. Gain valuable insights into the current landscape as we delve into the Two-Midnight Rule after its implementation.​​

Watch Medicare Advantage & The Two-Midnight Rule Follow Up: Where Are We Now

Embark on a comprehensive exploration of the Two-Midnight Rule with renowned health care reimbursement and operations expert, Day Egusquiza in this follow up to her "Two-Midnight Rule Nightmares" webinar. In this webinar, intended for healthcare providers, you can gain valuable insights into the current landscape as we delve into the Two-Midnight Rule after its implementation. This webinar will provide an in-depth analysis of where the ...

Key Findings from the 2024 HIPAA Compliance Survey: Insights for Healthcare Organizations

SAI360, in collaboration with Strategic Management Services, recently released the findings of their 3rd Annual HIPAA Compliance Survey. This 2024 HIPAA Benchmark Report offers valuable insights into how healthcare organizations structure and maintain their HIPAA Privacy Programs. Below are key findings about the current state of HIPAA compliance.  Leadership Support in HIPAA Program Structure and Oversight    The survey highlights strong support from executive leadership and Boards ...

By |2025-04-28T02:34:51+00:00February 7th, 2024|Governance, Risk & Compliance: GRC, Healthcare GRC|

2024 HIPAA Benchmark Report (pdf)

Thank you for your interest in the 2024 HIPAA Benchmark Report Download ​ ​Strategic Management Services, in partnership with SAI360, presents a comprehensive look at the current state of HIPAA Privacy Programs through our 3rd Annual HIPAA Compliance Survey, conducted in November 2023. This survey, which garnered insights from various healthcare providers across the United States, sheds light on the intricacies of HIPAA program structures, ...

2024 HIPAA Benchmark Report

HIPAA Benchmark Report As 2024 presses on, healthcare organizations are finding themselves amidst a sea of evolving challenges and opportunities in compliance with HIPAA (the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act). In a landscape shaped by the ongoing effects of COVID-19, changing federal and state regulations, and heightened public awareness of data privacy, staying afloat requires adaptability, foresight, and robust compliance strategies. Strategic Management Services, ...

By |2025-06-02T16:37:26+00:00January 31st, 2024|Compliance, Governance, Risk & Compliance: GRC, Healthcare GRC|

Watch 2024 HIPAA Compliance Survey Results

In this webinar, Strategic Management Services and SAI360 present results from the 3rd Annual HIPAA Compliance Survey. The survey was designed to address the structure, status and progress of HIPAA Privacy Programs in today’s healthcare industry. This webinar on-demand features a discussion by Strategic Management Services' Robbi-Lynn Watnik and Natalie Lesnick on best practices and improvements based on information gleaned from the survey results. Specific ...

By |2025-04-10T09:20:10+00:00January 24th, 2024|Governance, Risk & Compliance: GRC, Healthcare GRC, Whistleblowing|

Watch 2024 HIPAA Compliance Survey Results (Video)

Strategic Management Services, in partnership with SAI360, presents the 3rd Annual HIPAA Compliance Survey results. The survey was designed to address the structure, status and progress of HIPAA Privacy Programs in today’s healthcare industry. This webinar on-demand features a discussion by Strategic Management Services' Robbi-Lynn Watnik and Natalie Lesnick on best practices and improvements based on information gleaned from the survey results.​

By |2024-01-23T17:50:08+00:00January 23rd, 2024|Governance, Risk & Compliance: GRC, Healthcare GRC, Whistleblowing|

Compliance Hotlines: How to Build, Evaluate, and Ensure Effectiveness

In today's complex regulatory landscape, organizations are faced with pressing questions about the efficacy and management of compliance hotlines. For example: How does one ensure 24/7 accessibility without compromising on quality? What are the cost implications of in-house versus outsourced operations? How do evolving technological preferences influence the way reports are received? And amid all this, how does one maintain the crucial element of anonymity?   These ...

By |2025-06-30T19:18:22+00:00January 12th, 2024|Governance, Risk & Compliance: GRC, Healthcare GRC|

Medicare Advantage & The Two-Midnight Rule Follow Up: Where Are We Now

Embark on a comprehensive exploration of the Two-Midnight Rule with renowned health care reimbursement and operations expert, Day Egusquiza, in this follow-up to her previous "Two-Midnight Rule Nightmares" webinar. *This webinar is intended for healthcare providers* Gain valuable insights into the current landscape as we delve into the Two-Midnight Rule after its implementation. This webinar will provide an in-depth analysis of where the rule ...