Apr 05, 2022 by Holly Sagstetter
We have heard from practices all over that want to start using Google Meet for telemedicine. One of their first questions is “Is Google Meet HIPAA compliant?” This article will explore Google’s Google Workspace, common questions about Google Meet and a quick comparison of other telemedicine/teleconferencing options. We’ve seen a tremendous increase in interest about […]
Read moreFeb 01, 2022 by Josh Ablett
Does HIPAA compliant Gmail exist? The answer is YES, if you set it up properly. Read on more to learn how! Google’s email, calendar, and productivity tools (recently renamed from G Suite to “Google Workspace”) are absolutely fantastic. They’re easy to use and very affordable. Google Workspace is also highly secure, but there are very […]
Read moreDec 27, 2020 by Josh Ablett
Is Gmail HIPAA compliant? Many health care providers are required to adhere to the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). This article talks about how you can send HIPAA compliant email. This act was designed to protect a patient’s personally-identifying information from being accessible to the general public. As more clinicians are electronically transmitting […]
Read moreDec 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 […]
Read moreDec 20, 2020 by Holly Sagstetter
Yes, you can use Google Drive in a HIPAA compliant environment, but only if you’re careful! That’s the quick answer. Read on to learn more! Every day we hear from practitioners who want to use Google Workspace in their medical practice. Google Workspace is easy-to-use, affordable, and can be HIPAA compliant. Most people want Google […]
Read moreDec 15, 2020 by Josh Ablett
Google Workspace HIPAA compliance can be confusing. A lot of companies make a huge mistake when it comes to Google Workspace and HIPAA. They think that all they have to do is sign a HIPAA Business Associate Agreement (BAA) with Google, and they're suddenly HIPAA compliant. Nothing could be further from the truth. Feature Download: […]
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) 1) Is Gmail Secure against Phishing? Hackers use "phishing" attacks to either steal your data or get control of your computer. […]
Read moreDec 15, 2020 by Holly Sagstetter
Due to the response to COVID-19, we've had a high number of emails requesting assistance with telemedicine options. If you're a current subscriber to Google Workspace, we have good news! Google Workspace subscriptions include a fantastic telemedicine option. But it’s important to make the correct changes to settings in order to maintain HIPAA compliance. Feature […]
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. Feature Download: FREE in-depth guide about Gmail and Google Workspace HIPAA Compliance (Download Now) But are Chromebooks appropriate for a […]
Read moreNov 01, 2020 by Josh Ablett
Many practices want to use cloud storage services like Google drive and hosted email. Is Google's Google Workspace HIPAA compliant? First, let's review what's actually in Google Workspace, Google's paid version of a variety of productivity tools. Feature Download: FREE checklist to avoid a HIPAA disaster you can use right now (Download Now) HIPAA Compliant […]
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