The 2006 Handbook, provides the following benefits:


Contains a methodology for performing a HIPAA compliance assessment, identifying the gaps, evaluating risks, implementing changes and monitoring results
Builds in-house understanding and expertise more quickly by shortening the HIPAA learning curb
Saves time by avoiding blind alleys
Allows readers to progress at their own pace.

Table of Contents

Health Information and Administrative Simplification
Electronic Transactions, Identifiers and Code Sets Regulations
Privacy Regulations
Security Regulations
Employer-Sponsored Group Health Plans
Appendix A: Security Standards Matrix
Appendix B: Acceptable Use Policy
Appendix C: Key Policies for HIPAA Security Standards
Appendix D: Glossary of HIPAA Definitions
Appendix E: Checklist of Key Steps to Become Compliant With HIPAA Security Systems
Appendix F: Checklist of Key Steps For Ongoing Compliance With HIPAA Security Standards
Appendix G: State-By-State Guide to Medical Privacy Statutes

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