Course curriculum

The training consists of two modules: Module 1 covers the Privacy Rule and Breach Notification Rule, highlighting HIPAA's history, the definition of business associates, the significance of Protected Health Information (PHI), the appointment of a Privacy Officer, the "five rights" under HIPAA, and relevant case studies. Module 2 focuses on the Security Rule and the associated criminal penalties, defining information security and detailing the requirements for Administrative, Technical, and Physical Safeguards. This module also reviews major breach cases, highlights the importance of adherence to HIPAA regulations, and examines the potential legal ramifications under state tort law for HIPAA violations.

    1. Introduction to Module 1

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    2. Expectations for Module 1

    3. How We Got Here – Genome Project – Legal Framework

    4. 3 Big Things – Privacy Rule Goals – Quiz

    5. 3 Covered Entities – Cruise Example – Health Plans

    6. Biz Associates vs. Not Biz Associates – Quiz – Tease Ahead

    7. PHI Identifiers – Quiz – 3 Time Frames – 3 Forms of Coms – Other Laws

    8. Allowable uses of PHI – 3 Freebies – De-Identified Health Info

    9. Individual Rights – Quiz – Mistakes

    10. Privacy Officer – Omnibus Rules – Penalties

    11. Sweat the Small Stuff – Examples – Quiz

    12. Breach Notification – What is a Breach – What to do

    13. Quiz 1

    1. Introduction to Module 2

    2. Expectations for Module 2

    3. Info Security - 3 Safeguards - Common Vulnerabilities

    4. Administrative Safeguards - Case Studies

    5. Physical Safeguards – Case Studies

    6. Technical Safeguards – Case Studies

    7. Criminal Penalties – Case Studies – Private Right of Action

    8. Rule of Threes Recap

    9. Responsibilities – Big Picture – Congratulations

    10. Quiz 2

About this course

  • 23 lessons
  • 1.5 hours of video content
  • Made for HR professionals
  • Basic & premium purchase options

Purchase Options

Basic | $140

Gain essential HIPAA knowledge—plus exclusive extras:

  • Includes 1.5 PDCs for SHRM credit
  • Submit up to 10 questions directly to our HIPAA expert
  • Access our HIPAA Clinic for 6 months, featuring live Q&A sessions and ongoing regulatory updates


Premium | $170

Take your training to the next level with added support and extended access:

  • Includes 1.5 PDCs for SHRM credit
  • Submit up to 10 questions to our HIPAA expert
  • Enjoy 12 months of HIPAA Clinic access with live Q&A and updates
  • Schedule a 30-minute one-on-one virtual session with a HIPAA expert for personalized guidance

Instructor

Michelle Barki

Senior Legal Counsel

Michelle Barki, Esq., RN, has over twenty-five years of experience in the compliance and health care industries. She served as a Claims Director and Director of Health Services for several managed care and health maintenance organizations and Director of Operations for a third-party administrator for self-funded employers, before attending law school. She also served as Chief Compliance Officer for a leading Hospice organization in Northeast Florida. Michelle has worked as a practicing attorney for over fifteen (15) years and has extensive experience in ERISA Law and Criminal Litigation. She is also well-versed in HIPAA and has been involved in HIPAA Compliance since the law's inception. Michelle graduated with a Bachelor of Arts from Concordia University in Montreal. She holds an R.N. Degree from Florida State College at Jacksonville and attained her J.D., with Honors, from Florida Coastal School of Law. She is a member of the Florida Bar and a member of the Health Law Section, the Labor and Employment Law Section, and the Tax Law Section of the Florida Bar.