In this environment it is more important than ever to understand and ensure compliance with the HIPAA requirements. Whether you are a health care provider, health insurance plan, or an industry that serves providers and health plans, Barnes & Thornburg’s attorneys provide comprehensive HIPAA guidance, including:
- Educating and training clients on the details of the HIPAA requirements
- Preparing the required HIPAA policies and procedures
- Drafting and negotiating business associate agreements
- Working with IT vendors to complete the security risk assessment
- Creating breach response plans
- Breach response services, including breach investigation, analysis, and reporting to individuals and HHS
- Representing clients during investigations by the Office for Civil Rights
- Securing appropriate insurance coverage for HIPAA breaches