No organization is immune to cyberattacks, and last year they ran rampant for healthcare systems.
Following the Biden Administration’s March 2023 National Cybersecurity Strategy, the Health and Human Services Department released a multi-page healthcare specific plan that cited how the agency will play a more active role in keeping healthcare cyber systems safe. The new strategy includes specific guidelines issued through CMS and HIPAA for health systems to follow.
Check out this infographic that highlights the four main guidelines that HHS will follow to ensure a secure cyber system.
For the full story, including the HHS incentives for struggling hospitals who need help improving their defenses, read Eric Wicklund’s article here.
Marie DeFreitas is an associate content specialist at HealthLeaders.