KENTUCKY REGIONAL EXTENSION CENTER

Never leave mobile devices that could contain ePHI unattended in public areas.  Many breaches occur from theft of unattended devices.

This reminder is part of a series of HIPAA Security Reminders from the Kentucky Regional Extension Center.  These reminders can be used by covered entities and business associates looking to comply with the HIPAA Security Rule’s CFR §164.308(a)(5)(ii)(A), which states, “Security reminders (Addressable). Periodic security updates.

Feel free to share this with your workforce/staff to remind them of the importance of safeguarding protected health information (PHI), especially PHI that is in electronic form (ePHI).  A new security reminder is posted at the beginning of each week.  If you have any questions, or would like to speak to someone at the REC about HIPAA Privacy and Security please call (859) 323-3090.