Hipaa Refresher Certification For Construction Contractors

The Basics of HIPAA At Construction Sites

What you'll learn

Learn what HIPAA is and why it is important for you as a construction contractor working with health-related entities to know its importance.

Learn what PHI is and what forms it may take.

Learn what your obligations are under HIPAA, including confidentiality and reporting.

Understand what the Privacy and Security Rules are under HIPAA and what they are designed to protect.

Learn how best to protect your organization from PHI data breaches.

Learn what penalties and consequences could result for improper release of PHI.

Learn tips on how to work in and around covered entities (such as in hospitals) without undue access to personal health information (PHI).

Requirements

No experience necessary. Everyone welcome.

Description

Construction contractors working on projects in hospitals, clinics, and other HIPAA-covered entities must understand their responsibilities in protecting personal health information (PHI). "HIPAA Refresher Certification for Construction Contractors" is a targeted online refresher course designed to ensure contractors comply with HIPAA regulations while working in healthcare environments.This course begins with an overview of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and explains how it applies to construction professionals. You will gain an understanding of what constitutes PHI, including names, dates of birth, Social Security numbers, medical records, and other sensitive information that must be protected.HIPAA's Privacy Rule is covered in detail, focusing on the three primary types of privacy: auditory (overheard conversations), visual (patient charts and screens), and data privacy (including electronic records). You’ll learn practical strategies to limit unnecessary exposure to PHI and control access to sensitive information while performing construction work.The course also covers HIPAA's Security Rule, which primarily protects electronic PHI (ePHI). You’ll learn about the five key safeguards that covered entities and their business associates—such as contractors—must have in place: administrative, physical, technical, organizational, and contractual safeguards.Additionally, you will understand the role of the HHS Office for Civil Rights in enforcing HIPAA, how to report a breach, and the importance of maintaining confidentiality as a business associate of a covered entity.We are a successful risk control and safety firm with decades of experience in the industry. Our course is prepared and led by our in-house industry experts utilizing practices applied in the field.By the end of this course, you will have a clear understanding of how to remain compliant with HIPAA while working in healthcare environments, ensuring that your presence on a HIPAA-covered job site does not put sensitive patient data at risk.We look forward to training with you.

Overview

Section 1: Introduction

Lecture 1 Welcome

Lecture 2 What is HIPAA

Lecture 3 What is PHI

Lecture 4 HIPAA Security Roles

Lecture 5 Types of Privacy

Lecture 6 HIPAA Security Rule

Lecture 7 HIPAA Violations

Lecture 8 Confidentiality Obligations

Lecture 9 Contractor Agreements

Lecture 10 Regular Updates and Thank You

Lecture 11 Text of the HIPAA Regulations

Section 2: Data Breaches

Lecture 12 Personal Data

Lecture 13 SSN Breaches

Lecture 14 Encryption

Lecture 15 How to Notify

Construction contractors who work with HIPAA-covered entities (such as hospitals).,HR Directors looking for a refresher on the basics of HIPAA.,Anyone with access to protected health information (PHI).