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The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Office for Civil Rights (OCR) announced today the issuance of the final conscience rule that protects individuals and health care entities from discrimination on the basis of their exercise of conscience in HHS-funded programs. 28 Apr Research and development survey: 2022. Jacinda Ardern on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert. Associated Retina has . OCR Issues Guidance to Help Ensure Equal Access to Emergency Services and the Appropriate Sharing of Medical Information During Hurricane Florence. OCR Issues Notice of Resolution to the State of Hawaii After Hawaii Takes Action in Safeguarding Conscience Protections for Pregnancy Care Centers-March 22, 2019. $31K Mistake, Overlooking risks leads to breach, $400,000 settlement, $5.5 million HIPAA settlement shines light on the importance of audit controls, Lack of timely action risks security and costs money, HIPAA settlement demonstrates importance of implementing safeguards for ePHI, UMass settles potential HIPAA violations following malware infection, $2.14 million HIPAA settlement underscores importance of managing security risk, OCR Releases New Guidance on HIPAA and Cloud Computing, HIPAA settlement illustrates the importance of reviewing and updating, as necessary, business associate agreements, Advocate Health Care Settles Potential HIPAA Penalties for $5.55 Million, Multiple Alleged HIPAA violations result in $2.75 million settlement with the University of Mississippi Medical Center (UMMC), Widespread HIPAA vulnerabilities result in $2.7 million settlement with Oregon Health & Science University, Business Associates Failure to Safeguard Nursing Home Residents PHI Leads to $650,000 HIPAA Settlement, HHS Guidance Regarding Patient Safety Work Product and Providers ExternalObligations, HHS Guidance and Resources for Long Term Care Facilities, Clarification of Permissible Fees for HIPAA Right of Access - Flat Rate Option Up to $6.50 is Not a Cap on All Fees for Copies of PHI, HHS finalizes rule to improve health equity under the Affordable Care Act, Unauthorized Filming for "NY Med" Results in $2.2 Million Settlement with New York Presbyterian Hospital, $750,000 settlement highlights the need for HIPAA business associate agreements, OCR Launches Phase 2 of HIPAA Audit Program, Improper disclosure of research participants protected health information results in $3.9 million HIPAA settlement, $1.55 million settlement underscores the importance of executing HIPAA business associate agreements, New HIPAA Guidance Reiterates Patients Right to Access Health Information and Clarifies Appropriate Fees for Copies, Addressing Gaps in Cybersecurity: OCR Releases Crosswalk Between HIPAA Security Rule and NIST Cybersecurity Framework, Physical therapy provider settles violations that it impermissibly disclosed patient information, Administrative Law Judge rules in favor of OCR enforcement, requiring Lincare, Inc. to pay $239,800, Individuals Right Under HIPAA to Access their Health Information, $750,000 HIPAA Settlement Underscores the Need for Organization Wide Risk Analysis, HHS Continues to Improve Access for LEP Individuals, Triple-S Management Corporation Settles HHS Charges by Agreeing to $3.5 Million HIPAA Settlement, HIPAA Settlement Reinforces Lessons for Users of Medical Devices, OCR Invites Developers to Ask Questions about HIPAA Privacy and Security, http://www.regulations.gov/#!docketDetail;D=HHS-OCR-2015-0006, Click here for the Questions and Answers about the NPRM, $750,000 HIPAA Settlement Emphasizes the Importance of Risk Analysis and Device and Media Control Policies, HIPAA Settlement Highlights Importance of Safeguards When Using Internet Applications, HIPAA Settlement Highlights the Continuing Importance of Secure Disposal of Paper Medical Records, NEW Guidance on HIPAA and Workplace Wellness Programs, Version 2.0 of theGuide to Privacy and Security of Electronic Health Information released, Report to Congress on Privacy Rule and Security Rule, Report to Congress on Breach Notification, Frequently Asked Questions - Health Information Privacy, Frequently Asked Questions - Civil Rights. Search, filter, and identify specific instruments, technologies, assays, and capabilities of over 250 NIH Core facilities and 18,000+ external biotechnology companies. The checklist includes recommendations, specific action steps, and resources to assist first responders in providing on-the-ground language assistance and communicating effectively in disasters. June 23, 2016, Clarification of Permissible Fees for HIPAA Right of Access - Flat Rate Option Up to $6.50 is Not a Cap on All Fees for Copies of PHI- May 23, 2016, Unauthorized Filming for "NY Med" Results in $2.2 Million Settlement with New York Presbyterian Hospital- April 21, 2016, $750,000 settlement highlights the need for HIPAA business associate agreements- April 19, 2016, OCR Launches Phase 2 of HIPAA Audit Program- March 21, 2016, Improper disclosure of research participants protected health information results in $3.9 million HIPAA settlement- March 17, 2016, $1.55 million settlement underscores the importance of executing HIPAA business associate agreements- March 16, 2016, New HIPAA Guidance Reiterates Patients Right to Access Health Information and Clarifies Appropriate Fees for Copies- February 25, 2016, Addressing Gaps in Cybersecurity: OCR Releases Crosswalk Between HIPAA Security Rule and NIST Cybersecurity Framework- 02/24/2016, Physical therapy provider settles violations that it impermissibly disclosed patient information- 02/16/2016, Administrative Law Judge rules in favor of OCR enforcement, requiring Lincare, Inc. to pay $239,800- 02/03/2016, Individuals Right Under HIPAA to Access their Health Information- 01/07/2016, Obama Administration Modifies HIPAA to Strengthen the Firearm Background Check System - 01/04/2016, $750,000 HIPAA Settlement Underscores the Need for Organization Wide Risk Analysis- 12/14/2015, Triple-S Management Corporation Settles HHS Charges by Agreeing to $3.5 Million HIPAA Settlement- 11/30/2015, HIPAA Settlement Reinforces Lessons for Users of Medical Devices- 11/25/2015, OCR Invites Developers to Ask Questions about HIPAA Privacy and Security- 10/5/2015, $750,000 HIPAA Settlement Emphasizes the Importance of Risk Analysis and Device and Media Control Policies- 9/2/2014, HIPAA Settlement Highlights Importance of Safeguards When Using Internet Applications- 7/10/2015, HIPAA Settlement Highlights the Continuing Importance of Secure Disposal of Paper Medical Records- 4/30/2015, NEW Guidance on HIPAA and Workplace Wellness Programs- 4/16/15, Version 2.0 of theGuide to Privacy and Security of Electronic Health Informationreleased. Recent natural disasters have demonstrated the importance of ensuring accessibility to health and human services for everyone living in the United States, including individuals who are limited English proficient or with disabilities in need of interpretation and translation services. HIPAA settlement demonstrates importance of implementing safeguards for ePHI- January 18, 2017Comunicado de prensa (Spanish), Presence Health agrees to settlement of $475,000 in OCR's first HIPAA enforcement action for lack of timely breach notification - January 9, 2017, HHS OCR and the US Attorneys Office of Connecticut Enter Agreement with UConn Health to Ensure Effective Communication - January 3, 2017, Erie County of New York State Enters Agreement with HHS OCR to Ensure Availability of Language Assistance Services for Individuals with LEP - December 22, 2016, Guidance for Ensuring Accessibility of Health Programs and Activities offered through Electronic Information Technology - December 21, 2016, UMass settles potential HIPAA violations following malware infection- November 22, 2016, OCR, Department of Justice and the Administration for Children and Families Release Title VI Joint Guidance Letter for Child Welfare Systems - October 19, 2016, $2.14 million HIPAA settlement underscores importance of managing security risk- October 17, 2016, OCR Releases New Guidance on HIPAA and Cloud Computing- October 6, 2016, OCR signs effective communication Dear Colleague Letter with the Health Resources and Services Administration (08/30/2016), HIPAA settlement illustrates the importance of reviewing and updating, as necessary, business associate agreements- September 23, 2016, Advocate Health Care Settles Potential HIPAA Penalties for $5.55 Million- August 4, 2016, Multiple Alleged HIPAA violations result in $2.75 million settlement with the University of Mississippi Medical Center (UMMC)- July 21, 2016, Widespread HIPAA vulnerabilities result in $2.7 million settlement with Oregon Health & Science University- July 18, 2016, OCR issues report on its National HIV/AIDS Compliance Review Initiative - 07/13/2016, Business Associates Failure to Safeguard Nursing Home Residents PHI Leads to $650,000 HIPAA Settlement- June 29, 2016, HHS Guidance Regarding Patient Safety Work Product and Providers ExternalObligations- June 23, 2016, HHS Guidance and Resources for Long Term Care Facilities- June 23, 2016, Clarification of Permissible Fees for HIPAA Right of Access - Flat Rate Option Up to $6.50 is Not a Cap on All Fees for Copies of PHI- May 23, 2016, HHS finalizes rule to improve health equity under the Affordable Care Act- 05/13/2016, Unauthorized Filming for "NY Med" Results in $2.2 Million Settlement with New York Presbyterian Hospital- April 21, 2016, $750,000 settlement highlights the need for HIPAA business associate agreements- April 19, 2016, OCR Launches Phase 2 of HIPAA Audit Program- March 21, 2016, Improper disclosure of research participants protected health information results in $3.9 million HIPAA settlement- March 17, 2016, $1.55 million settlement underscores the importance of executing HIPAA business associate agreements- March 16, 2016, New HIPAA Guidance Reiterates Patients Right to Access Health Information and Clarifies Appropriate Fees for Copies- February 25, 2016, Addressing Gaps in Cybersecurity: OCR Releases Crosswalk Between HIPAA Security Rule and NIST Cybersecurity Framework- February 24, 2016, Physical therapy provider settles violations that it impermissibly disclosed patient information- February 16, 2016, Administrative Law Judge rules in favor of OCR enforcement, requiring Lincare, Inc. to pay $239,800- 02/03/2016, Georgia Agrees to Ensure Equal Access for Individuals with Disabilities to Foster and Adoption Programs and Services - 1/11/16, Individuals Right Under HIPAA to Access their Health Information- 01/07/2016, OCR Launches Newly Redesigned Website- 01/06/16, Obama Administration Modifies HIPAA to Strengthen the Firearm Background Check System - 01/04/2016, $750,000 HIPAA Settlement Underscores the Need for Organization Wide Risk Analysis- 12/14/2015, HHS Continues to Improve Access for LEP Individuals- 12/1/2015, Triple-S Management Corporation Settles HHS Charges by Agreeing to $3.5 Million HIPAA Settlement- 11/30/2015, HIPAA Settlement Reinforces Lessons for Users of Medical Devices- 11/25/2015, OCR enters Agreement with Three Puerto Rico Hospitals to Ensure Access to Auxiliary Aids and Services - 10/26/15, OCR Invites Developers to Ask Questions about HIPAA Privacy and Security- 10/5/2015, OCR Issues Proposed Rule on Nondiscrimination under Section 1557 of the Affordable Care Act, Note that the comment period ended at midnight on November 9, 2015. rooms at his department's offices effective Thursday, March 24, 2022. UU. An official website of the United States government. . HHS Office for Civil Rights led efforts by the HHS Language Access Steering Committee to develop aplain language checklistto help first responders provide services to individuals with limited English proficiency and individuals with disabilities during emergency response and recovery efforts, in accordance with federal civil rights laws. Click HERE to explore NIH IRP Cores with expertise in genetics and genomics on CREx. Thursday, March 10th, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM EST. Supplier Intelligence Portal. The proposal also would relieve the American people of approximately $3.6 billion in unnecessary regulatory costs over five years. USD 100. Decisions regarding monetary policy are made by the Reserve Bank Board and explained in a media release announcing the decision at 2.30 pm after each Board meeting. Remarks by Deputy Governor Christian Hawkesby to the Institute of Directors . HIPAA News Releases & Bulletins. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Administration for Community Living and Office for Civil Rights Celebrate the 20th Anniversary of the Olmstead Decision. In preparation for Hurricane Florence, OCR has issued a press release providing resources and effective practices to help emergency responders and officials effectively serve at-risk populations and ensure that the whole community is included in emergency response and recovery efforts. OCR Launches Public Education Campaign About Civil Rights Protections in Response to the National Opioid Crisis - October 25, 2018. La Oficina de Derechos Civiles (OCR) del Departamento de Salud y Servicios Humanos de los Estados Unidos ha publicado un video educativo en espaol para informar la comunidad hispanohablante sobre el trabajo de la OCR y para destacar los derechos de conciencia y libertad religiosa protegidos por nuestra Constitucin y leyes federales. This agreement allows for sharing of information, refer matters to each other, and coordinate investigations as appropriate. The Reserve Bank is set to deliver a fourth consecutive 50 basis point rise in the official cash (OCR), taking it to a seven-year high of 3 percent, as it continues its all out assault on inflation at a 32-year high. Official websites use .gov 6 December 2022 1 November 2022 4 October 2022 6 September 2022 2 August 2022 The Committee said. Today, the Office for Civil Rights (OCR) at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) launched a public education campaign on civil rights protections in response to the national opioid crisis. Enforcement Results as of October 31, 2022. . $31K Mistake, Overlooking risks leads to breach, $400,000 settlement, $5.5 million HIPAA settlement shines light on the importance of audit controls, Lack of timely action risks security and costs money, HIPAA settlement demonstrates importance of implementing safeguards for ePHI, First HIPAA enforcement action for lack of timely breach notification settles for $475,000, UMass settles potential HIPAA violations following malware infection, $2.14 million HIPAA settlement underscores importance of managing security risk, OCR Releases New Guidance on HIPAA and Cloud Computing, HIPAA settlement illustrates the importance of reviewing and updating, as necessary, business associate agreements, Advocate Health Care Settles Potential HIPAA Penalties for $5.55 Million, Multiple alleged HIPAA violations result in $2.75 million settlement with the University of Mississippi Medical Center (UMMC), Widespread HIPAA vulnerabilities result in $2.7 million settlement with Oregon Health & Science University, Business Associates Failure to Safeguard Nursing Home Residents PHI Leads to $650,000 HIPAA Settlement, HHS Guidance Regarding Patient Safety Work Product and Providers External Obligations, Clarification of Permissible Fees for HIPAA Right of Access - Flat Rate Option Up to $6.50 is Not a Cap on All Fees for Copies of PHI, Unauthorized Filming for "NY Med" Results in $2.2 Million Settlement with New York Presbyterian Hospital, $750,000 settlement highlights the need for HIPAA business associate agreements, OCR Launches Phase 2 of HIPAA Audit Program, Improper disclosure of research participants protected health information results in $3.9 million HIPAA settlement, $1.55 million settlement underscores the importance of executing HIPAA business associate agreements, New HIPAA Guidance Reiterates Patients Right to Access Health Information and Clarifies Appropriate Fees for Copies, Addressing Gaps in Cybersecurity: OCR Releases Crosswalk Between HIPAA Security Rule and NIST Cybersecurity Framework, Physical therapy provider settles violations that it impermissibly disclosed patient information, Administrative Law Judge rules in favor of OCR enforcement, requiring Lincare, Inc. to pay $239,800, Individuals Right Under HIPAA to Access their Health Information, $750,000 HIPAA Settlement Underscores the Need for Organization Wide Risk Analysis, Triple-S Management Corporation Settles HHS Charges by Agreeing to $3.5 Million HIPAA Settlement, HIPAA Settlement Reinforces Lessons for Users of Medical Devices, OCR Invites Developers to Ask Questions about HIPAA Privacy and Security, $750,000 HIPAA Settlement Emphasizes the Importance of Risk Analysis and Device and Media Control Policies, HIPAA Settlement Highlights Importance of Safeguards When Using Internet Applications, HIPAA Settlement Highlights the Continuing Importance of Secure Disposal of Paper Medical Records, NEW Guidance on HIPAA and Workplace Wellness Programs, Report to Congress on Privacy Rule and Security Rule, Report to Congress on Breach Notification, Frequently Asked Questions - Health Information Privacy, Frequently Asked Questions - Civil Rights.