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Banner Health, an Arizona health system, has paid OCR $1.25 million to settle potential #HIPAA Security Rule violations and will take corrective action following a hacking breach affecting nearly 3 million people. 1/4 Learn more:
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Happy birthday , and welcome to Medicare!
Signing off, but don't forget to visit Medicare.gov and follow to stay up on the latest Medicare news.
– ACBL
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The Biden-Harris Administration is committed to delivering for Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander communities.
Today, we unveiled a national strategy that will guide the work of 32 federal agencies over the next two years: whitehouse.gov/aanhpistrategy
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Dr. King once said, “Of all the forms of inequality, injustice in health is the most shocking and inhumane.”
On this day, let us celebrate and honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and continue his work to advance health equity.
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Let us be guided by Dr. King's light today. And by the charge of Scripture:
“Let us never grow weary in doing what is right – for if we do not give up we will reap our harvest in due time.”
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A full-service diagnostic laboratory in Georgia has paid a $16,500 settlement to HHS to resolve a potential #HIPAA violation over a medical records request. Learn more:
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HHS has issued a new, strengthened Conscience and Religious Freedom Proposed Rule that would reinforce our long-standing process for handling conscience and faith-based objections, and help ensure that individuals are aware of their rights. Learn more:
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🍬 Holidays can be a difficult and stressful time. That's why it's so important to stop and listen to your own needs, too. If you’re looking for help for mental health or substance use, help is available: samhsa.gov/find-help
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Please SHARE and HELP us get the word out:
If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, help is available. Call or text 988 or chat 988lifeline.org
#SuicidePrevention #988Lifeline
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Many thanks to our partners at
and our hosts for a great roundtable discussion on and accomplishments in protecting access to reproductive healthcare.
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@hhsregionone Director Handford welcomed @HHSOCR Director Melanie Fontes Rainer to New England and held a roundtable discussion on what @WhiteHouse @SecBecerra have accomplished and continue to do in protecting access to reproductive healthcare. Big thank you to our hosts @EBNHC
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Director Handford welcomed Director Melanie Fontes Rainer to New England and held a roundtable discussion on what have accomplished and continue to do in protecting access to reproductive healthcare. Big thank you to our hosts
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OCR has settled the 42nd case in our #HIPAA Right of Access Enforcement Initiative. Health Specialists of Central Florida Inc. paid $20,000 and agreed to a corrective action plan. Learn more in our latest press release:
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OCR has entered into a #HIPAA settlement with a dental practice that disclosed patients’ protected health information in response to negative online reviews. OCR warns others against this practice in a press release issued today. Learn more:
Developing a mobile health app? If you’re involved at all in the health app marketplace, check out the updated FTC-HHS online tool which helps developers understand which federal laws and regulations apply, including #HIPAA. Find the tool at:
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OCR has issued a bulletin explaining what web tracking technologies are, how they are used, and what steps regulated entities must take to comply with the #HIPAA Rules when using these technologies. Learn more:
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On #WorldAIDSDay, OCR joins in mourning those lost and we reflect on progress made. All to often, people living with HIV/AIDS face stigma and discrimination that creates barriers to care. OCR is here to uphold the law and ensure that no one is denied health or human services.
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#WorldAIDSDay is a day to unite by voicing experiences, remembering people we lost, and standing together in the fight against HIV.
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Today, OCR and announced proposed protections to increase care coordination and confidentiality for patients with substance use challenges. Learn more:
hhs.gov/about/news/202 #HIPAA
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HHS OCR has worked with the Maricopa State Court in Arizona to ensure meaningful access for people with Limited English Proficiency. We hope others, including other court systems, will look at this model to improve their programs and services. Learn more:
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Today released a new Health+ Long COVID Report. Highlighting recommendations on how to deliver high-quality care, and intentional resources and supports to individuals and families impacted by Long COVID.
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Statements by HHS Leaders Commemorating Transgender Day of Remembrance on November 20, 2022 | HHS.gov
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“Hate, vitriol, and violence have no place in our health care system. Our office continues to do all it can to help ensure people can receive health care free from violence and discrimination.” - OCR Director Melanie Fontes Rainer #TDoR2022
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This #TransgenderDayOfRemembrance, we honor the lives of transgender and gender-diverse Americans lost due to hate and senseless violence.
@HHSGov sees you, and we stand with you. #TDOR2022
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OCR has entered into a Voluntary Resolution Agreement with CHI St. Vincent of Hot Springs, Arkansas, to ensure effective communication with individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing under Section 504 and Section 1557. Learn more:
"Lois Curtis' tireless advocacy and vision transformed the long standing right to live in the community into a reality for millions of Americans... Her work lives on here at HHS and across the country in advocacy," said OCR Director Melanie Fontes Rainer
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Last night we lost Lois Curtis—a monumental figure in the disability rights movement. As plaintiff in Olmstead v L.C. she cemented the right of Americans w/ disabilities to live & participate in their communities, a cornerstone of @ACLgov & @HHSOCR's work. hhs.gov/about/news/202
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Today, OCR Director Melanie Fontes Rainer gave an update to the Health Sector Coordinating Council Cybersecurity Working Group on #HIPAA compliance + enforcement. works with HHS + other federal agencies to identify and mitigate cyber risks to healthcare systems.
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Today starts #NativeAmericanHeritageMonth — an opportunity to recognize the work and the achievements of Indian Country, while reminding us of where we as a nation have fallen short of honoring our obligations to our American Indian and Alaska Native brothers and sisters.
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In recognition of National Cybersecurity Awareness Month, OCR has produced a new video for organizations covered under the HIPAA Rules on Recognized Security Practices. You can find the video on our YouTube channel:
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OCR Director Melanie Fontes Rainer joined the 2022 National Conference of the Workgroup for Electronic Data Interchange to share her priorities for #HIPAA Privacy and Security.
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In recognition of #CybersecurityAwarenessMonth, OCR's latest #Cybersecurity newsletter reminds #HIPAASecurity Rule regulated entities of the need to have a plan in place and documented for responding to security incidents. Learn more:
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Last night, OCR Director Melanie Fontes Rainer shared her thoughts on the constitutional right to privacy and healthcare on a keynote panel at IAPP's 2022 Privacy. Security. Risk. Conference in Austin TX.
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OCR is proud to announce that HHS is updating language access plans across the Department, and awarding $4 Million for a new language access initiative. Learn more:
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The comment period for the NPRM implementing Section 1557 of the ACA that prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, and disability closes today. You can find a link to the NPRM + factsheets in 17 languages at: hhs.gov/civil-rights/f
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Following Secretary Becerra's declaration of a public health emergency for South Carolina as a result of emergency conditions due to #HurricaneIan, OCR has issued a bulletin on a Limited Waiver of #HIPAA Sanctions and Penalties for South Carolina: hhs.gov/sites/default/
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We're continuing our efforts to assist Florida officials by providing more resources and support on the ground to respond to the health impacts of #HurricaneIan.
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We’ve deployed more than 70 medical responders and supplies from the National Disaster Medical System to help support Floridians affected by #HurricaneIan. We’re monitoring the situation and we’re prepared to provide additional support as needed.
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OCR’s bulletin on the Limited Waiver of #HIPAA Sanctions and Penalties as a result of emergency conditions in the state of Florida in response to #HurricaneIan may be found at: hhs.gov/sites/default/
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This #HispanicHeritageMonth, join as we continue to work to eliminate health disparities impacting the Hispanic/Latino community. Visit minorityhealth.hhs.gov/hispanic-herit to learn more about the health of Hispanics/Latinos.
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OCR has issued a bulletin on the limited waiver of #HIPAA sanctions and penalties for the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico due to emergency conditions resulting from #HurricaneFiona. The Bulletin may be found at hhs.gov/sites/default/
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OCR has settled 3 #HIPAA enforcement cases with dental practices to ensure patients receive timely access to their medical records, at a reasonable cost. Learn more:
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