The healthcare industry is facing a significant challenge with the increase in cybersecurity events affecting healthcare providers over the past five years. According to the Office for Civil Rights, there was a nearly 300% surge in large data breaches involving ransomware from 2018 to 2022. This spike in cyber threats poses a significant challenge to the healthcare industry as remote care models become more prevalent and the demand for big data grows to support advanced technologies.
In part one of the Triage series, Gina Bertolini, Sarah Carlins, and Jianne McDonald delve into two recent initiatives by the Department of Health and Human Services aimed at addressing cybersecurity risks in hospitals and health systems across the country. Sarah Carlins and Jianne McDonald focus on recent recommendations from the OCR, highlighting the importance of clear communication regarding the privacy and security of electronic health information in order to ensure quality care in telehealth settings.
Healthcare providers continue to adopt telehealth services and digital technologies, making maintaining robust cybersecurity measures crucial in safeguarding sensitive patient data. As telehealth becomes more prevalent, it is important for healthcare providers to prioritize cybersecurity measures to protect patient privacy and ensure quality care. With this in mind, it is crucial for healthcare providers to implement effective cybersecurity protocols that prioritize patient privacy and security while also supporting advanced technologies such as big data analytics.
