Dec 20, 2020 by Josh Ablett
We've recently discussed whether or not Gmail is HIPAA-compliant. In short, it depends. Gmail is HIPAA-compliant when set up correctly. But what about Gmail encryption? Is Gmail encryption HIPAA compliant? Once again, it depends. Gmail encryption also has the potential to be a HIPAA-compliant email option depending on how you set it up. Feature Download: […]
Read moreDec 20, 2020 by Holly Sagstetter
Yes, Google Drive can be HIPAA compliant in 2025, but only if you’re careful! That’s the quick answer to "Is Google Drive HIPAA Compliant in 2025?", Read on to learn how to make Google Drive HIPAA-compliant in 2025. Every day we hear from practitioners who want to use Google Workspace in their medical practice. Google […]
Read moreDec 15, 2020 by Josh Ablett
Healthcare providers must follow the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). Is Microsoft 365 HIPAA-compliant, though? is outlook encrypted email hipaa compliant? This act protects your patient's healthcare data (PHI). As more clinicians are electronically transmitting patient records and other personal information to specialists and medical facilities, we must ensure that information is secure […]
Read moreDec 15, 2020 by Josh Ablett
Google Workspace HIPAA compliance can be confusing. A common misconception is that simply signing a HIPAA Business Associate Agreement (BAA) with Google automatically ensures compliance. Nothing could be further from the truth. In reality, achieving a fully HIPAA-compliant setup including HIPAA compliant email setup requires proactive steps to configure and secure your Google Workspace environment […]
Read moreDec 15, 2020 by Josh Ablett
Is Gmail secure? Let's walk through the security features they have, and think about how they work in the real world. Feature Download: FREE checklist about Gmail and Google Workspace HIPAA Compliance (Download Now) Is Your Gmail HIPAA Compliant and Secure? Don’t Wait for a Breach, Start your cloud security journey with our comprehensive audit. […]
Read moreDec 05, 2020 by Josh Ablett
Are Chromebooks HIPAA compliant? If you're a medical practice, you're probably tempted to give Chromebooks a try. They're cheaper than a traditional Windows or Mac computer, and they're a lot easier and cheaper to maintain. But are Chromebooks appropriate for a medical company? Can they be used to handle medical data? We think they are, […]
Read moreDec 05, 2020 by Josh Ablett
Thinking about moving your practice to Microsoft365? We’re big fans. Microsoft has really invested a ton in robust security settings and HIPAA compliance. Here are six features that show how Microsoft is serious about medical practices, HIPAA, and IT security. 1) HIPAA Business Associate agreement Microsoft will execute a HIPAA BAA that covers Microsoft365. Check […]
Read moreDec 01, 2020 by Josh Ablett
HIPAA compliance is an important legislative act in the United States Healthcare and Health insurance industries. It's tailored towards data privacy and safeguarding medical information. Initially, the introduction of HIPAA compliance was designed to improve the health insurance portability of employees when they change jobs. But the act has been updated over the years. If […]
Read moreNov 25, 2020 by Josh Ablett
We'd like to answer one of the most common questions that we get about HIPAA-compliant email. One of the visitors to our site asked us... "How is the e-mail encrypted when the client/patient responds to your encrypted e-mail you send to them? I understand the e-mail you send to them is encrypted, but I don't […]
Read moreNov 25, 2020 by Josh Ablett
HIPAA Compliant Email is at the heart of modern medical practices. It makes administrative processes more efficient. It also saves time by automating communication (like reminding patients about appointments). Emails also help both the provider and the patient stay connected. A staggering 93% of adult patients prefer to communicate with physicians through email! HIPAA regulations […]
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