Practice Management: HIPAA and Information Blocking – Key Updates to Know


Virtual  
Wednesday, November 12, 2025 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM   iCalendar

Practice Management Live Webinar Series:
HIPAA and Information Blocking – Key Updates to Know
Wednesday, November 12, 2025
1:00 – 2:00 PM EST  

 

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:

  1. Understand recent changes to HIPAA and the Cures Act.
  2. Learn what constitutes information blocking under the Cures Act.
  3. Learn about Notices of Privacy Practice changes.
  4. Obtain key strategies for maintaining compliance with HIPAA and the Cures Act.

Presenter:
Kathleen A. Westfall, Attorney, Kerr Russell

Approved for 1 AMA PRA Category Credit(s)™

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Registration Fees: 
Members – FREE
Active Emeritus - FREE
Emeritus/Retired/Life - $25
Non-members - $25
Member Students and Residents – FREE

Statement of Accreditation
The Michigan State Medical Society (MSMS) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

AMA Credit Designation Statement
The MSMS designates this live activity for a maximum of 1 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

 

Location

Virtual  

For More Information

Contact: MSMS Education Department at educationdept@msms.org or 517-336-5790