Roger Shindell is CEO of Carosh Compliance Solutions. Shindell currently Chair of HIMSS Privacy and Security Committee’s Risk Assessment Work Group and serves as a Council Member of AHIMA’s Privacy and Security Practice Council. He has more than 30 years of multidisciplinary experience and has served as an advisor and principal in healthcare, technology, and service companies.

Carosh Compliance Solutions Hires: New Chief Operations Officer and Marketing Director

Carosh Compliance Solutions, is proud to announce the addition of two key members to the leadership team: Kathryn Kennedy as Chief Operating Officer and Mary Lou Harkins as Marketing Director. Kennedy brings 5 years of experience as an executive in the healthcare industry, notably with RSM US Insurance Agency Services, LLC, as Director of Communications, overseeing the national team. She was attracted to Carosh Compliance Solution’s potential and focus on HIPAA and security solutions for the healthcare industry.

5 Things Practices Need To Do In The New Year: #4

#4) Minimize Workstation Security Risks. Record movement of data and hardware systems. Document all portable storage and end points. Review what’s in the cloud, do you know? Document retired equipment. Review and or update Proper disposal of electronic systems and documents. Update passwords and review how interoffice electronic information is transmitted. Review employee accountability and sanction policy.

Allscripts Breach…Nothing to see here

“We are investigating a ransomware incident that has impacted a limited number of our applications. We are working diligently to restore these systems, and most importantly, to ensure our clients’ data is protected.  Although our investigation is ongoing, there is currently no evidence that any data has been removed from our systems.  We regret any inconvenience caused by this temporary outage.”

5 Things Practices Need To Do In The New Year #2

2.) Business Associates, Vendor Contracts & compliance with HIPAA. Have you assessed your vendor or contractor’s HIPAA security? The regulations require you to do due diligence on your business associates. Have you checked out their HIPAA compliance? Changes made with the HIPAA Omnibus bill makes you responsible for any breaches your Business Associates may have. Checking their compliance is prudent.

Roger Shindell Elected to HIMMS Indiana Chapter Board

We are pleased to announce Carosh Compliance Solution’s President and CEO Roger Shindell, M.S., CHPS, CISA, has been elected as a board member of the Indiana Chapter of HIMSS. As a member of the Board of Directors, Shindell will hold the position of “Member at Large” for the term of July of 2017 until June 2020. During this time Shindell will serve to assist in the continued success of this acclaimed chapter.