The HIPAA Security Rule Changes: A Wake-Up Call for Rural Health Care
Understanding what these proposed changes really mean for small health care organizations — and why the biggest risk isn't the regulations themselves
What the Proposed Changes Actually Mean
The proposed updates aren't revolutionary — they're clarifications of what HIPAA already requires. Think of it like this: if HIPAA was a bridge, these changes aren't building a new bridge. They're just putting up signs that say "Bridge Weight Limit: 10 Tons" instead of assuming everyone knows heavy trucks shouldn't cross.