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Artificial Intelligence (AI) systems, including natural language processing, machine learning applications, and continued emerging applications of AI, hold immense promise for the healthcare industry. However, the rapid evolution of these technologies introduces new risks, terminologies, and complexities. Trust in AI systems is paramount, ensuring they operate with the expected quality and integrity while meeting governance, ethical, and legal standards. In response to the evolving AI landscape, HITRUST introduces its AI Assurance Program, the first and only program with the ability to demonstrate compliance with AI assurance controls. Read More

Meditology has long been at the forefront of healthcare cybersecurity, aiding organizations in navigating the labyrinth of digital threats and compliance complexities. With our industry expertise, we bring a unique and authoritative perspective on the pivotal changes needed in the healthcare sector's approach to cybersecurity post the Change Healthcare incident. We believe the established norms of information security must evolve into a narrative of proactive incident response and cyber resilience. Read More

As healthcare organizations increasingly rely on digital systems for patient care, they become attractive targets for cyber threats. Recognizing this crucial need, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) released the Healthcare and Public Health (HPH) Sector-Specific Cybersecurity Performance Goals, also known as HPH CPGs, on December 6, 2023. Read More

As healthcare organizations increasingly rely on digital systems for patient care, they become attractive targets for cyber threats. Recognizing this crucial need, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) released the Healthcare and Public Health (HPH) Sector-Specific Cybersecurity Performance Goals, also known as HPH CPGs, on December 6, 2023. Read More

The HIPAA landscape is no stranger to change. A regulatory cornerstone for safeguarding health data, the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), continuously evolves to meet the complex demands of the modern healthcare ecosystem. With updates looming on the horizon, healthcare organizations must ready themselves to adapt to these statutory amendments. What will these revisions entail, and crucially, how can healthcare entities prepare? Read More

As the cybersecurity expert at your organization, the number of acronyms that daily cross your radar can be overwhelming. How do you cut through the acronyms, the conflicting regulatory requirements, and the differing opinions on which industry standard best meets the needs of your organization?  Read More

In this article, we'll explore CSF 2.0 specifically within the healthcare sector. Read More

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Office for Civil Rights (OCR) recently settled with Montefiore Medical Center, a non-profit hospital system in New York City, for several potential violations of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) Security Rule. This incident underscores the importance of robust cybersecurity measures in healthcare organizations and provides valuable lessons for similar institutions.  Read More