HIPAA Checklist
Compliance with the HIPAA Security Rule is a complex undertaking This checklist takes a practical approach for healthcare facilities to make relevant progress toward understanding the HIPAA Security Rule before implementing a compliance strategy.
☐ 1. Understand security for Covered Entities first
☐ 2. Determine if you are a Covered Entity
☐ 3. Appoint a designated Security Officer
☐ 4. Implement required security safeguards (Admin, Physical, Technical)
☐ 5. Map out your patient data flows
☐ 6. Differentiate between required and addressable (optional) specifications
☐ 7. Perform a risk assessment and implement a plan
☐ 8. Implement data encryption
☐ 9. Plan for HIPAA audits