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 Information Technology (ONC) Certification through Drummond Group L…
HIPAA Compliant EHR Software
Safeguarding patient information isn’t just a matter of professionalism—it’s a legal imperative. The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) is a cornerstone t…
The Security Rule vs. Privacy Rule in Mental Health
Have you ever questioned the subtleties of how your sensitive information is protected in the healthcare sector, especially the mental health industry? Well, you are not alone. Wi…
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 Records (EHRs) and ensure the secure sharing of Electronic Health…
MIPS / PQRS / MACRA / Meaningful Use
MIPS, MACRA, PQRS Quick Guide
Navigating the vast array of mental and behavioral health acronyms can be quite challenging. However, understanding these acronyms is crucial for ef…
42 CFR Part 2
While almost every EHR on the market offers HIPAA security & safeguards, not all of them provide the functionality to support 42 CFR Part 2. For many Substance Use facilities…
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 place for HIPAA compliance in the Cloud. These topics includ…
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 / PIPEDA compliant?!”
Both Canadian and US federal legislatures…
MACRA Quality Payment Program Finalized
The MACRA Quality Payment Program – aka QPP – is part of the Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act (MACRA), which was passed in 2015. As the name suggests, MACRA applies on…
Disaster Recovery Plan: Are You Prepared?
Disasters, whether originating from natural causes, system failures, or human errors, can occur unexpectedly and result in significant damage. Having a comprehensive disaster reco…
Telehealth Concerns – HIPAA, Security, and More…
It’s the first question that pops up whenever discussing telehealth: “Is that compliant?” Conducting therapy sessions remotely clearly presents PHI risks, and your telehealth conc…
How Can PIMSY Help Keep You HIPAA Compliant?
It goes without saying that HIPAA compliance is of the utmost important to mental & behavioral health care agencies. While most EHR software helps increase data protection, ho…