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In today's environment of data breaches, identity theft, fraud, and increasing connectivity, HIPAA Privacy and Security rules are a responsibility to your patients and your clients. HIPAA isn't about compliance, it's about patient care.
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At first glance, these sources don't seem related. But when you connect them, they reveal a pattern we can't afford to ignore — and it's more unsettling than most of us would like to admit. It's time for an honest, slightly uncomfortable conversation about where we are — and maybe to sit down and remember what mom and dad always said about choices and consequences… even if we really didn't want to hear it. More info at HelpMeWithHIPAA.com/549
Cybersecurity advice is everywhere — frameworks, standards, best practices, expert opinions — enough PDFs to last you the rest of the year. But for small and mid-sized businesses, the real question isn't "What guidance exists?" It's "What should we actually do that lowers our chances of having a really bad cyber day?" If you've ever looked at a massive cybersecurity framework and thought, "This feels like studying for a final exam I didn't sign up for," you're not alone. That's where CISA's updated Cybersecurity Performance Goals (Version 2.0) come in. Designed to be practical, prioritized, and actually usable, this streamlined approach may be the clearest cybersecurity foundation SMBs have seen yet. In this episode, we break down what changed, why it matters, and how to use it. More info at HelpMeWithHIPAA.com/548
What happens when the company responsible for protecting everyone else becomes the one that gets hacked? Spoiler alert: it's not just their problem. This episode dives into the uncomfortable reality that when an IT provider gets hit, the ripple effects can slam into hundreds, or even thousands, of businesses at once. From ransomware evolution to insider threats to the ever-growing AI wildcard, this conversation pulls back the curtain on why cybersecurity isn't just an IT issue… it's everyone's issue. More info at HelpMeWithHIPAA.com/547
Some things in life have a finish line. Cybersecurity is not one of them. There's no victory lap, no tape to break, and definitely no moment where you can say, "Cool, we're done here." This episode dives into why cybersecurity is a never-ending process, what regulators are really telling organizations through their guidance, and how the most common security failures still come down to the basics—patching, cleaning up old systems, and actually paying attention. If you've ever hoped you could "set it and forget it" with security, this conversation explains why that mindset is exactly what gets people into trouble. More info at HelpMeWithHIPAA.com/546
AI: the gift that keeps on glitching. While most folks are still marveling at how AI can write emails and fold laundry (okay, not quite yet), this episode pulls back the curtain on what happens when artificial intelligence stops being polite and starts getting dangerous. We're talking zombie agents, security holes big enough to drive a HIPAA violation through, and automated tools that might just be a little too eager to help. It's informative, a little terrifying, and more than a few chuckles along the way. More info at HelpMeWithHIPAA.com/545
You'd think the folks steering the cybersecurity ship would be the last ones to punch holes in the hull—but nope, even the pros trip over their own policies. In this episode, we dive headfirst into a cautionary tale where a CISO (yes, the security guy) admits to becoming the insider threat he warns others about. From skipping his own software vetting procedures to triggering network alarms like it's the 4th of July, this story is equal parts cringe and crucial. Strap in as we explore how even the most iron-clad experts are still deliciously human. More info at HelpMeWithHIPAA.com/544
Just because your smart fridge can order milk and your thermostat knows when you're chilly doesn't mean your home network is safe from cyber shenanigans. In this episode, we're roasting the myth that five-star Amazon reviews mean airtight security, dragging lazy VPN habits, and exposing how your toddler's tablet might be the real Trojan horse in your living room. From forgotten firmware to doorbells that moonlight as spies, we're pulling back the Wi-Fi curtain on all the ways your devices could be betraying you—with or without your permission. More info at HelpMeWithHIPAA.com/543
Ever wonder what happens when patient record requests are ignored, invoices go wild, and cybersecurity takes a coffee break? Spoiler: it ends with lawsuits, settlements, and a whole lot of legal back-and-forth. In this episode, we unpack a right of access case that dragged on longer than a season of courtroom drama, and then dive into the spaghetti mess of post-breach chaos - where class action lawsuits spring up like mushrooms and documentation (or lack thereof) can make or break you. If you thought the breach was the worst part… oh honey, it's just getting started. More info at HelpMeWithHIPAA.com/542
Here's the deal: making predictions about 2026 is about as useful as a chocolate teapot. So instead of peering into a cloudy crystal ball, we're laying down some solid groundwork for planning ahead. We're talking AI governance, backup strategies that actually work (yes, tested ones), and why you should absolutely know if your vendor quietly stopped signing BAAs. Buckle up—it's a 2026 survival guide with fewer guesses and more "you got this." More info at HelpMeWithHIPAA.com/541
It's that time of year again where audio perfection goes to die and chaos reigns supreme! In this special episode, we celebrate ten years of podcasting excellence by showcasing the exact opposite: dogs with digestive drama, countdowns that never count down quite right, rogue microphones, clumsy kitchen accidents, and travel mics that seem personally offended by their own existence. Expect Donna's thumb to take a hit (thanks, chef's knife), David to escape suspicion of living off the grid, and Bojan to quietly question all his life choices while trying to make this circus sound good from across the ocean. More info at HelpMeWithHIPAA.com/2025BlooperShow
You know that warm fuzzy feeling you get thinking AI will solve all your business problems and let you retire early? Yeah, this episode is the cold shower you didn't know you needed. We're talking about why most AI projects crash harder than a Segway on launch day, how businesses keep falling into the same traps, and why treating AI like a superpowered intern (instead of your replacement) might be the smarter move. More info at HelpMeWithHIPAA.com/540
Adulting is hard — but digital adulting? That's a whole new level of chaos. In this episode, we dive headfirst into the "Most Wired" survey like it's a techie BuzzFeed quiz for healthcare organizations. From cyber headaches and budget excuses to AI hype and "we've always done it this way" energy, we unpack the nine domains that determine whether your digital health game is fire… or just floppy disk-level tragic. More info at HelpMeWithHIPAA.com/539
Ever wondered what really keeps the Internet running - and what happens when it all goes sideways? The latest Cloudflare outage served up a reality check, exposing just how much of our digital world hangs together with a mix of duct tape, toothpicks, and a whole lot of hope. In this episode we dive into how this outage sent shockwaves through everything from simple website clicks to healthcare payment systems, and why most folks had no idea Cloudflare was even a linchpin for their daily operations. More info at HelpMeWithHIPAA.com/538
If you thought AI in healthcare was just about cool robots and faster diagnoses, surprise! There's a whole army of volunteers wrangling the chaos behind the scenes, and our own Donna Grindle is leading the charge. In this episode, we take a peek into the AI cyber-security kitchen of the Health Sector Coordinating Council, where they're cooking up definitions, glossaries, and playbooks faster than AI can generate cat videos. It's education, governance, and cyber-risk planning, all served with a side of snark and sincerity. More info at HelpMeWithHIPAA.com/537
You thought phishing was just an email problem? Oh sweet summer child. This episode dives into the new frontier of cyber shenanigans: LinkedIn. That's right — the land of business jargon, inspirational posts, and awkward endorsements is now a playground for scammers sliding into your DMs like they're networking for the dark web. Get ready to learn why accepting that too-good-to-be-true board invitation from "a company in South America" might end with malware, not margaritas. More info at HelpMeWithHIPAA.com/536
Welcome to the latest Help Me With HIPAA episode where healthcare becomes the star of a suspense thriller, except the villains are hackers, and the plot twist? They really don't care how small your practice is. We're diving into Huntress' 2025 Cyber Threat Report, which basically confirms that if you're in healthcare, you've got a giant "Hack Me" sign taped to your digital forehead. From script-based exploits to info stealers with boundary issues, this episode breaks down how cyber threats are no longer knocking on the front door - they're already on the couch, eating your snacks, and stealing your patient data. More info at HelpMeWithHIPAA.com/535
If you've ever wanted to throw your laptop out the window after yet another "Your password must include a hieroglyph and a drop of unicorn blood" message, you're not alone. In this episode, we tackle the chaotic circus that is password creation: the rules, the myths, and the mounting frustration of trying to remember if this is the account that wanted a number, a symbol, or your firstborn's dental records. From the rise of passkeys to the surprising sanity of NIST's latest guidance (finally!), we explore how security might actually be getting smarter and less likely to make you cry into your keyboard. More info at HelpMeWithHIPAA.com/534
If you thought your Halloween playlist peaked at "Monster Mash," get ready to level up with the Data Mash — a graveyard splash of spooky cybersecurity tales and ghastly good rhymes. In this special Halloween episode, we summon the spirits of password poltergeists, resurrect dusty old policies from the crypt, and stir up a bubbling MFA cauldron. It's cybersecurity with a spooky twist, and yes, there's even a ransomware reaper lurking around with backup regrets. Boo and boo-hoo for bad data hygiene! More info at HelpMeWithHIPAA.com/533
Welcome to the digital Twilight Zone, where AI is evolving faster than your weekend plans, and people are still out here using "password123!" like it's a life hack. This episode digs into the "Oh, Behave!" cybersecurity behavior report and asks the big questions: Why do we keep doing dumb things online? Can training catch up with tech? And why are Gen Zs so confident while also being the most hacked? Spoiler: it's equal parts fascinating and terrifying. More info at HelpMeWithHIPAA.com/532
Ah, success stories—where marketing meets warm fuzzies… and sometimes federal investigations. This week, we're dissecting how one healthcare group turned a few heartfelt patient testimonials into a compliance catastrophe. From missing consent forms to deleting everything in a panic, it's a cautionary tale of what happens when your privacy policies are more like "guidelines" than rules. Spoiler: OCR reads your website too. More info at HelpMeWithHIPAA.com/531
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