Practice Management Alert

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Don't Be Tempted by Virtual Assistants

Hint: If your helper can’t sign a BAA, you’re risking HIPAA violations. Personal virtual assistant technology like Apple’s Siri, Amazon’s Alexa, and Google Assistant — among others — are now ubiquitous in homes. The technology is so available that many people even wear it, via smart watches or through their phones, which are always on hand. While you may rely [...]
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