This course offers Medical Virtual Assistants a comprehensive understanding of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). It covers the legal and ethical responsibilities involved in handling protected health information (PHI), along with real-world applications to ensure compliance in remote and digital healthcare environments.
To educate Medical Virtual Assistants on HIPAA regulations and equip them with the knowledge and practices needed to maintain patient confidentiality and data security in all aspects of their work.
Overview of HIPAA’s Privacy and Security Rules
What counts as Protected Health Information (PHI)
Do’s and don’ts for remote communication and data handling
Real-life examples of HIPAA violations and how to avoid them
Best practices for secure storage and information sharing
Medical Virtual Assistants handling patient data
Healthcare support staff in remote or hybrid roles
Career shifters entering the healthcare industry
Anyone working with electronic health records or patient communications
This course introduces Medical Virtual Assistants to the core principles of HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act), focusing on patient privacy, data protection, and compliance in virtual healthcare settings. It provides a clear understanding of the rules, responsibilities, and best practices for handling sensitive health information securely and ethically.
