OCR: Physical Security Controls for ePHI Should Not Be Ignored
OCR warned HIPAA-regulated organizations in its August 2024 cybersecurity newsletter that physical security measures, like facility access controls, are crucial for HIPAA Security Rule compliance and shouldn’t be thought of as check-the-box items. Physical security measures are crucial because they protect against data breaches and interfere with medical care. The HIPAA Security Rule creates a […]
