tci Medicare Compliance & Reimbursement - 2017 Issue 10

Be Cyber Aware: Draft an Airtight EHR-Back-Up Plan

Hint: Patient safety should be your first priority in a malware attack. It’s no secret that healthcare hackers cost Medicare providers millions annually. And with MACRA’s focus on quality issues like ePrescribing, health information exchange, and enhanced patient engagement through portals and online provider access, the need for stronger cybersecurity will increase. It’s a good idea to implement strategies to prepare for disaster before it strikes. Once you establish your protocols, ensure that all staff members are aware of them and fully understand the plan — then perform annual drills to confirm that everyone can put...

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