Practice Management Webinar Series: HIPAA and Information Blocking – Key Updates to Know
Webinar
Description:
Recent regulations and court decisions have impacted obligations under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and the Cures Act. It is important for physicians, medical offices, and other health team members to be aware of requirements that ensure patient health information is available to patients in a confidential and timely manner. Join MSMS Legal Counsel Kathleen Westfall, JD, for an up-to-date review of key changes.
Objectives:
- Understand recent changes to HIPAA and the Cures Act.
- Learn what constitutes information blocking under the Cures Act.
- Learn about Notices of Privacy Practice changes.
- Obtain key strategies for maintaining compliance with HIPAA and the Cures Act.
Earns: .75 CME Credits
Disclosures:
No one has any relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies to disclose.
Statement of Accreditation: The Michigan State Medical Society is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
AMA Credit Designation Statement: The Michigan State Medical Society designates this enduring material for a maximum of .75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Presenter:
Kathleen A. Westfall, Attorney, Kerr Russell
Duration: 50 minutes
Release Date: November 18, 2025
Expiration Date: November 30, 2028