HIPAA Compliance Solutions
500+ onsite HIPAA security risk assessments completed. PTG provides end-to-end HIPAA compliance including risk assessments, privacy compliance, technical safeguards, employee training, and Business Associate Agreements.
The Three HIPAA Rules
HIPAA compliance requires organizations handling PHI to implement comprehensive safeguards enforced by the HHS Office for Civil Rights.
Security Rule + Privacy Rule
- Administrative, physical, and technical safeguards for ePHI
- Governs use and disclosure of all forms of PHI
- Access controls, encryption, audit logging, training
Breach Notification Rule
- Notify affected individuals within 60 days
- Report to HHS and media for 500+ individual breaches
- Penalties up to $1.5 million per year per category
PTG's HIPAA Compliance Services
HIPAA Risk Analysis
Thorough assessment of threats, vulnerabilities, and risks to ePHI per 45 CFR 164.308(a)(1)(ii)(A). The most critical compliance requirement.
Security Rule Implementation
Technical controls including encryption, access management, audit logging, and endpoint protection across your entire ePHI environment.
Policy and Procedure Development
Comprehensive documentation covering all Security Rule and Privacy Rule requirements with designated owners and review schedules.
Security Awareness Training
HIPAA-specific training for all workforce members on PHI handling, phishing prevention, and cybersecurity best practices.
BAA Review
Evaluation and development of Business Associate Agreements with all vendors who access PHI.
Ongoing Compliance Monitoring
Continuous security monitoring, periodic assessments, and compliance maintenance to keep your organization compliant year-round.
How It Works
Gap Assessment
Risk Analysis
Remediation Roadmap
Control Implementation
Staff Training
Continuous Monitoring
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is required to comply with HIPAA?
Covered entities (healthcare providers, health plans, clearinghouses) and their business associates (IT vendors, billing companies, consultants, cloud providers, and any organization that accesses PHI).
What is a HIPAA risk analysis?
A comprehensive assessment of potential risks and vulnerabilities to ePHI confidentiality, integrity, and availability. It is the most frequently cited deficiency in OCR enforcement actions.
Is encryption required under HIPAA?
Encryption is an addressable specification. You must implement it or document why an equivalent alternative is reasonable. OCR expects encryption in most circumstances.
Do small practices need to comply?
Yes. HIPAA applies regardless of size. The Security Rule allows flexibility in implementation based on organizational size and complexity, but the obligation to implement safeguards is the same.
How does PTG help healthcare organizations in the Triangle?
Headquartered in Raleigh, PTG provides in-person and remote HIPAA compliance services throughout the Research Triangle. We handle everything from initial risk analysis to ongoing compliance monitoring.
What is a Business Associate Agreement?
A written contract required between covered entities and business associates that establishes permitted PHI uses, requires safeguards, and defines breach notification obligations. Learn more about BAAs.
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