Guide

HIPAA security essentials for busy practices.

Small healthcare teams need safeguards that are practical, documented, and maintainable without disrupting patient care.

Essential Safeguards

Use these areas as a starting point for a focused security review.

Access Control

Unique accounts, MFA, least privilege, and prompt removal of access when roles change.

Endpoint Protection

Managed updates, antivirus or EDR, device encryption where appropriate, and secure configuration.

Backup & Recovery

Reliable backups, tested restore paths, and clear responsibility for critical systems.

Network Security

Protected Wi-Fi, firewall review, segmentation where useful, and secure remote access.

Policies & Training

Clear expectations for phishing, passwords, device use, and incident reporting.

Vendor Awareness

Know which systems store or process sensitive information and who supports them.