Tailgating/Access Card Usage Tailgating is one of the most common physical security breaches. It starts out innocently – an employee opens a door and holds it open for other employees, visitors without badges, or the passive acceptance of a uniformed worker. The problem with these lax situations is that they [...]

Where do we place servers that store ePHI? When determining the location of servers with PHI or PII, consider these two main factors: physical and environmental protection. Physical protection should be focused on preventing unauthorized individuals from accessing the server (e.g. storing the server in locked room accessible only to staff). Environmental [...]

Breach of PHI Assessment 4-Factor Requirement Do you think there’s been a breach of PHI?   Follow these guidelines to determine if PHI has been compromised: Look at the nature and extent of the PHI involved, including the types of identifiers and the likelihood of re-identification. Find out who accessed [...]