February 12, 2024 The medical field is undergoing a digital revolution, and IT companies are more than just the folks building all the fancy gadgets. They’re putting on virtual white coats and becoming Business Associates (BAs), working hand-in-hand with healthcare providers. But this isn’t just about cool tech – it’s about protecting something crucial: your health information. So, what exactly do BAs do? The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) defines BAs as any person or entity that creates, receives, transmits, or maintains protected health information (PHI) on behalf of a covered entity, such as a hospital or health insurance provider. This means IT companies involved in tasks like: Responsibilities and Actions: Becoming a BA comes with a significant responsibility to comply with HIPAA regulations. Here’s what IT companies, as BAs, must do: Beyond Compliance: Building Trust and Value: While compliance is paramount, IT companies can go beyond the minimum requirements and truly become valuable partners in healthcare. Here are some ways: The Future of IT in Healthcare: The future of healthcare is digital, and IT BAs are the key to keeping it safe and secure. By embracing their responsibilities and working together, they can ensure that technology not only revolutionizes healthcare, but also protects what matters most – the health and safety of patients. To learn more about our IT partners, click here. To learn more about how to keep your IT organization compliant, email info@abyde.com and schedule a compliance consultation here.
Abyde and Identillect partner bringing their compliance and security solutions together to serve the healthcare industry
March 31, 2022 Together, Identillect and Abyde announce a new partnership. The partnership will help close the gap between security and compliance for customers of both entities. The problem plagues the healthcare industry and the government’s response to increased penalties for non-compliance expresses the need for such solutions for independent providers. The symbiotic relationship between the two organizations comes with Identillect’s flagship product, Delivery Trust®, and Abyde’s comprehensive HIPAA compliance software solution. Delivery Trust® was designed specifically for HIPAA regulations as one of the most secure, encrypted email solutions on the market. Abyde’s revolutionary approach to HIPAA compliance guides medical practices through mandatory HIPAA requirements such as the Security Risk Analysis, HIPAA training for doctors and staff, managing Business Associate Agreements, dynamically generated policies, and more. “Partnering with Identillect is a strategic move to continue offering value-added solutions to our customers,” said Matt DiBlasi, Abyde President. “As a leader in education, we place value in equipping our customers with the tools they need to stay compliant and up to date with resources, like Identillect, to meet their compliance and security needs.” “Abyde is exactly the type of partner Identillect was designed for,” said Todd Sexton, Identillect CEO. “Our Delivery Trust email system confirms compliance with all HIPAA records management regulations while simultaneously being the simplest to adopt, with no disruptions for the office staff of irritation learning curves. Identillect continues to make strategic moves to advance our impact by increasing the level of security in the medical industry.” About Abyde Abyde (Tampa, FL) is a technology company dedicated to revolutionizing HIPAA compliance for medical professionals. Launched in January 2017, Abyde was formed with the idea that there could exist an easier, more cost-effective way for healthcare providers to comply with government-mandated HIPAA regulations. For more information on Abyde visit abyde.com. For more information, press only: Abyde Marketing, marketing@abyde.com About Identillect Identillect Technologies is the leading provider of email encryption service Delivery Trust®, empowering enterprises of all sizes to protect their business and their client’s critical information against cyber security attacks. For more information, or your free trial, please visit www.identillect.com On Behalf of the Board of Directors of: IDENTILLECT TECHNOLOGIES CORP. Todd SextonChief Executive OfficerTel: (949) 468-7878Email: todd.sexton@identillect.com Read the full press release here.
No Quarter Consulting Teams Up with Abyde to Expand HIPAA Compliance Among Users
December 15, 2021 December 15, 2021 – Tampa, FL – Today, Abyde announces its latest partnership with No Quarter Consulting, an IT company that provides support and solutions for independent businesses, delivering Abyde’s industry leading HIPAA compliance software solution to No Quarter Consulting users. As technology advancements continue to take the healthcare industry by storm, healthcare professionals have become more reliant on their electronic health data and IT systems than ever before. This increased dependence on technology which is accessing and storing sensitive patient data is precisely why healthcare organizations have continued to be the main target of ransomware attacks. Having a cybersecurity and compliance program in place has never been more important for professionals. Through their most recent partnership with No Quarter Consulting, Abyde continues to make great strides in completing their goal of educating medical practices on the tools they need to identify and protect themselves from cyberattacks. Abyde’s software solution is the easiest way for any sized medical practice to implement and sustain comprehensive HIPAA compliance programs. Abyde’s revolutionary approach guides providers through mandatory HIPAA requirements such as the Risk Analysis, HIPAA training for doctors and staff, managing Business Associate Agreements, customized policies and more. “We know that HIPAA compliance is a common gap among providers, and we’re thrilled to help No Quarter Consulting users remove the stressors of trying to comply with complex HIPAA requirements,” said Matt DiBlasi, President of Abyde. “HIPAA compliance is essential for a practice’s success, especially now, and we are honored to be a part of No Quarter Consulting’s offerings.” “No Quarter Consulting continues to focus on helping our members save time and resources while getting the best solutions possible, and the Abyde program fits squarely into that goal” said Jason Long, Founding Partner of No Quarter Consulting, “We are thrilled to partner with an organization and solution that will provide instant value to our users.” About Abyde Abyde (Tampa, FL) is a technology company dedicated to revolutionizing HIPAA compliance for medical professionals. Launched in January 2017, Abyde was formed with the idea that there could exist an easier, more cost-effective way for healthcare providers to comply with government-mandated HIPAA regulations. For more information on Abyde visit abyde.com. About No Quarter Consulting No Quarter Consulting’s focus is providing industry-leading solutions for small to medium businesses and nonprofit organizations. We are laser-focused on businesses and understand their unique challenges. We continually vet solutions and our offering to ensure our partners are ahead of the technology curve. We take immense pride in knowing that our clients are utilizing the best in breed technology and have access to multiple technical resources to help drive technological innovation and operational efficiency. You will rest easy knowing that your network and computers are secure and always available; this allows you to focus on what makes your organization successful. For more information on No Quarter Consulting visit takenoquarter.com. Read full press release here.
Abyde Joins IRIS Solutions to Expand HIPAA Compliance Among Customers
June 30, 2021 June 30, 2021, Tampa, FL – Abyde has announced a new partnership with IRIS Solutions, a leading provider of technology services for dental and medical organizations. This partnership will provide IRIS Solutions customers with the tools necessary to easily implement a complete HIPAA compliance program, fulfilling essential, government-mandated HIPAA compliance requirements while saving providers time and resources spent on HIPAA. Abyde’s collaboration with IRIS Solutions showcases their mission to revolutionize HIPAA compliance by providing a simple, user-friendly solution that fits squarely with medical providers’ day-to-day operations. “We know that HIPAA compliance is a common gap among providers, and we’re excited to help IRIS Solutions customers alleviate the stressors of trying to comply with complex HIPAA requirements,” said Matt DiBlasi, President of Abyde. “HIPAA compliance is essential for a practice’s success, especially now, and we are honored to be a part of IRIS Solutions offerings.” Abyde’s software solution is the easiest way for any sized dental and medical practice to implement and sustain comprehensive HIPAA compliance programs. The revolutionary approach to HIPAA compliance guides providers through mandatory HIPAA requirements such as the Security Risk Analysis, HIPAA training for doctors and staff, managing Business Associate Agreements, customized policies and more. “IRIS Solutions continues to focus on helping our providers protect and streamline their systems with the best solutions possible, and the Abyde program fits perfectly into that goal,” said Reggie Stevens, IRIS Solutions CEO, “We are thrilled to partner with an organization and solution that will provide instant value to our customers.” About Abyde Abyde (Tampa, FL) is a technology company dedicated to revolutionizing HIPAA compliance for medical professionals. Launched in January 2017, Abyde was formed with the idea that there could exist an easier, more cost-effective way for healthcare providers to comply with government-mandated HIPAA regulations. For more information on Abyde visit abyde.com. About IRIS Solutions IRIS Solutions (Charlotte, NC) is the leading provider of technology and cloud services for dental and medical practices throughout the southeast U.S. For over 23 years, IRIS has acted as a thought leader in dental and medical IT support. For more information on IRIS Solutions visit irissol.com. Read the full press release here.
Abyde and The Oxman Group join forces to deliver leading HIPAA compliance solutions to dental practices nationwide
May 5, 2021 May 5, 2021, Tampa, FL – Abyde, an industry leading HIPAA compliance software solution for dental practices, announced a new partnership with The Oxman Group to deliver a complete and quality HIPAA compliance program to dental practices across the country. As government requirements change and technology continues to evolve in the healthcare space, keeping up with HIPAA compliance is becoming increasingly difficult for practices to manage on their own. Abyde’s partnership with The Oxman Group showcases collaborative efforts to provide their customers with the tools and resources needed to meet complex HIPAA standards. The collaboration will help more dental practices achieve compliance and better protect their practice and patient’s health information by identifying and correcting key security safeguards. Abyde’s software solution is the easiest way for any sized dental practice to implement and sustain comprehensive HIPAA compliance programs. The revolutionary approach to HIPAA compliance guides providers through mandatory HIPAA requirements such as the Risk Analysis, HIPAA training for doctors and staff, managing Business Associate Agreements, customized policies and more. “Together with The Oxman Group, we are excited to showcase the value and simplicity providers have found with Abyde to even more dental practices across the U.S.,” said Matt DiBlasi, President of Abyde. “HIPAA doesn’t have to be complicated and our solution helps practices meet these essential government requirements the stress-free way.” “The Oxman Group knows there’s greater success when dental practices can focus on patient care rather than worrying about IT and compliance laws. We couldn’t be happier to team up with an organization that helps to make that mission possible,” said Don Oxman. “We look forward to providing industry-leading education and services to our customers.” About Abyde Abyde (Tampa, FL) is a technology company dedicated to revolutionizing HIPAA compliance for medical professionals. Launched in January 2017, Abyde was formed with the idea that there could exist an easier, more cost-effective way for healthcare providers to comply with government-mandated HIPAA regulations. For more information on Abyde visit abyde.com. About The Oxman Group At The Oxman Group, we know dentists want to protect their patients and practices. Dental clinics have to follow a lot of regulations and are vulnerable to security breaches. Often, dentists spend more time figuring out IT and compliance laws than taking care of patients. We offer simple security solutions to protect dental practices and ensure industry compliance. Dental clinics are successful when they’re laser-focused on serving and protecting their patients, not toying with tech. Visit theoxmangroup.com for more information. Read the full press release here.
Abyde Chosen to Enhance Darkhorse Tech Dental Practice Users HIPAA Compliance Programs
September 30, 2020 September 30, 2020, Tampa, FL – Today Abyde announced its partnership with Darkhorse Tech as their preferred choice to deliver comprehensive HIPAA compliance to Darkhorse’s dental practice clients. As the healthcare landscape continues to evolve, it’s important for dental practice’s to understand how HIPAA impacts practice operations, technical safeguards and all that’s involved in implementing a complete HIPAA compliance program. Through this partnership, Darkhorse Tech clients are provided with industry-leading software and support to manage a compliance program that not only meets government requirements but alleviates HIPAA stress. Abyde’s software solution is the easiest way for any sized dental practice to implement and sustain comprehensive HIPAA compliance programs. Abyde’s revolutionary approach guides providers through mandatory HIPAA requirements such as the Security Risk Analysis, HIPAA training for doctors and staff, managing Business Associate Agreements, customized policies and more. “Partnering with Darkhorse Tech will help more practices realize HIPAA compliance and provide users with a complete, and successful operations and technology program,” said Matt DiBlasi, President of Abyde. “We are excited to be a part of Darkhorse Tech’s select solutions and to continue providing education and support to dental practices across the nation.” “Darkhorse Tech chose Abyde for its user-friendly software, educational resources, and perfect fit within our existing solutions. We couldn’t be happier to have Abyde as a partner,” said Reuben Kamp, CEO of Darkhorse Tech, “We are excited to work together on getting our customers up to HIPAA compliance standards, including protecting their practice and their patients in the best way possible.” About AbydeAbyde (Tampa, FL) is a technology company dedicated to revolutionizing HIPAA compliance for medical professionals. Launched in January 2017, Abyde was formed with the idea that there could exist an easier, more cost-effective way for healthcare providers to comply with government-mandated HIPAA regulations. For more information on Abyde visit abyde.com. About Darkhorse TechDarkhorse Tech (New York) is a technology and Managed Services Provider specialized in serving dentists and dental specialties. We provide HIPAA Compliant Services to support practices such as Anti-Ransomware Technology, Managed Firewalls, Encrypted Email and Backup/Disaster Recovery Systems. On the hardware side, we can resell computer hardware and do full dental startup buildouts. We have been around since 2012 serving the dental community and for more info, visit www.darkhorsetech.com. Read the full press release here.