Practice Pursuit for Therapists

The Basics of HIPAA Compliance for Your Private Practice

Rachel Kimbrel & Adrienne Schmidt Season 1 Episode 21

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Welcome to Practice Pursuit for Therapists! In this episode, Rachel and Adrienne guide you through the essential topic of HIPAA compliance—a must-know for every therapist starting or running a private practice.

Understanding HIPAA isn’t just about legal requirements; it’s about safeguarding your clients’ privacy and upholding the trust and professionalism of your practice.

Join Rachel and Adrienne as they break down:

  • The key components of HIPAA
  • Practical, actionable steps to ensure compliance
  • Common HIPAA mistakes to avoid
  • Helpful tools and resources to streamline your process

Whether you’re new to private practice or seeking to update your policies, this episode offers vital insights to help you protect sensitive client information and build a secure, trustworthy practice.

Tune in to empower yourself with the knowledge needed for HIPAA compliance and to confidently navigate privacy regulations in your therapy practice.

Web resources: 

  1. Our blog post on Business Associates Agreements: https://brightermindscoachingconsulting.com/2024/05/29/what-is-a-business-associate-agreement-baa/ 
  2. US Department of Health and Human Services PDF “HIPAA Basics for Providers”: https://www.cms.gov/Outreach-and-Education/Medicare-Learning-Network-MLN/MLNProducts/Downloads/HIPAAPrivacyandSecurity.pdf 


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