Legal Issues in Healthcare Data Privacy & Security

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13 Mar

Legal Issues in Healthcare Data Privacy & Security

Legal Issues in Healthcare Data Privacy & Security

Friday, March 13, 2026 (12:00 AM) to Friday, July 31, 2026 (11:59 PM)
3 PDCs
Provider: Creighton University
Course Name: Legal Issues in Healthcare Data Privacy & Security

Speaker: Amy Bagge-Smith, JD
Program Type: Videoconferences, webcasts, audiocasts, podcasts, eBooks, self-directed E-Learning
Registration URL: https://lifelong.creighton.edu/browse/all-courses/law/healthlaw/courses/hlrd-legal-issues-in-healthcare-data-privacy-security

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Outline the main components of HIPAA, including the Privacy, Security and Breach Notification Rules, and explain how the HITECH Act strengthened the law Define and distinguish PHI, PII and PHR and understand how each is used in healthcare Explain the legal uses of PHI, PII and PHR and compare state privacy laws Categorize cyber threats such as malware, ransomware and phishing and explain why healthcare is a leading target Summarize the HIPAA Security Rule and classify safeguards as administrative, technical or physical Analyze the current data breach landscape and interpret trends using resources such as the IBM Cost of a Data Breach Report

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Healthcare organizations manage some of the most sensitive data in the world. With rising cyber threats and evolving regulations, professionals must understand both the legal expectations and the real risks tied to health information. This course gives you a practical, comprehensive overview of HIPAA, the HITECH Act and key federal and state laws that govern the use, protection and disclosure of health data. You’ll learn the differences between PHI, PII and PHR and how each is used across clinical, administrative and digital health environments. You’ll also examine why healthcare remains a prime target for cyberattacks, explore real-world breach trends and review the safeguards organizations use to prevent and respond to data threats.