Compliance
With the ever-increasing importance of data privacy and security, HIPAA compliance has become paramount for organizations utilizing EHR software. Specifically, in mental and behavioral health, EHR system compliance holds immense significance, safeguarding sensitive patient information and adherence to industry regulations.
PUBLISHED ON: January 12, 2026
EMR HIPAA Compliance: What Behavioral Health Practices Actually Need
Your EHR vendor says they’re HIPAA compliant. That doesn’t mean you are. This distinction trips up behavioral health pr…
PUBLISHED ON: October 24, 2024
ONC Health IT Certification Strengthens PIMSY Commitment to Mental Health Providers
PIMSY EHR is proud to announce the achievement of the prestigious Office of the National Coordinator for Health Informa…
PUBLISHED ON: March 25, 2024
HIPAA Compliant EHR Software
Safeguarding patient information isn’t just a matter of professionalism—it’s a legal imperative. The Health Insurance P…
PUBLISHED ON: November 6, 2023
The Security Rule vs. Privacy Rule in the Mental Health Industry
Have you ever questioned how your sensitive information is protected in the healthcare and mental health industries? We…
PUBLISHED ON: August 24, 2023
Choosing the Right EHR Can Safeguard You Against Cures Act Penalties
Digitizing patient records has become a convenience and necessity. To encourage the adoption of Electronic Health Recor…
PUBLISHED ON: October 23, 2020
MIPS / PQRS / MACRA / Meaningful Use
MIPS, MACRA, PQRS Quick Guide
Navigating the vast array of mental and behavioral health acronyms can be quite challeng…
PUBLISHED ON: August 14, 2020
42 CFR Part 2
Not all EHRs provide the functionality to support 42 CFR Part 2. For many Substance Use facilities, HIPAA’s not enough…
PUBLISHED ON: May 11, 2020
HIPAA Compliance in the Cloud
Are you on Cloud 9?
According to ClearDATA, there are seven top areas that health businesses need to have firmly in pl…
PUBLISHED ON: February 8, 2019
PHIPA, HIPAA, and PIPEDA Explained
Are you a Canadian facility wondering, “If I use a US-based mental health EHR, will my data be secure and PHIPA / PIPED…
PUBLISHED ON: October 18, 2016
MACRA Quality Payment Program Finalized
The MACRA Quality Payment Program – aka QPP – is part of the Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act (MACRA), whic…
PUBLISHED ON: September 12, 2016
Disaster Recovery Plan: Are You Prepared?
Disasters, originating from natural causes, system failures, or human errors, can occur unexpectedly and result in sign…
PUBLISHED ON: May 28, 2016
Telehealth Concerns – HIPAA, Security, and More…
It’s the first question that pops up whenever discussing telehealth: “Is that compliant?” Conducting therapy sessions r…