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The six core areas every practice must address to stay HIPAA compliant.
HIPAA compliance means safeguarding patient data across every channel: phone, fax, text, and video. That requires encryption, access controls, audit logs, staff training, and signed Business Associate Agreements (BAAs).
Nearly 70% of organizations say their employees lack fundamental cybersecurity awareness
(Fortinet 2024 Cybersecurity Skills Gap Report).
Cybersecurity is no longer just an IT problem. In 2024, 183 million patient records were exposed. The average healthcare breach cost $11.7 million, more than double the cross-industry average. Small and mid-sized practices are especially at risk.
Telehealth expands patient access but introduces new risks. Without the right safeguards, a video visit can expose sensitive information.
Clinics can keep telehealth secure by:
Compliance is not just about policies. It is about real results for clinics and patients.
“We needed the ability to have extensions, to fax as part of it, and something HIPAA compliant.” – Trauma Specialists of Maryland
“It was really a game-changer for us and helped take our practice to the next level.” – Eugene Psychological Assessments
“RingRx not only gave us a better process for routing calls… The phone tree is definitely one of our success stories… RingRx just makes my life a whole lot easier.” – Cormendi Health
“RingRx had everything I needed and wanted from the start, at the price I wanted, which made the decision easy.” – Phoenix Billing Services
What are HIPAA violation penalties?
Penalties can range from hundreds to millions of dollars per violation.
How often should my practice run a HIPAA risk assessment?
At least annually, plus after major system changes.
Can voicemail transcriptions contain PHI?
Yes. They must be encrypted and stored securely.
Do I need a BAA with my vendor?
Yes. Every vendor handling PHI must sign one.
How can my practice quickly prepare for a HIPAA audit?
Centralize audit logs for calls, texts, and faxes to cut prep time by up to 75%.