The Growing Cyber Threat To Physician Practices
Date Added:
May 18, 2019
Journal/Publication:
Medical Economics Network
Publisher:
Medical Economics
Publication Date:
May 15, 2019
Type:
Practice Management Reviews and Guidelines
Format:
Web Page
Abstract
Right now, medical practices are being attacked by cybercriminals. Emails are being sent in the hope a practice employee will click on a link that will install ransomware, hackers are exploiting security flaws in medical equipment with internet connections, and information is being gathered from social media to trick staffers into revealing patient or financial records.
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RPR Commentary
Advice about ways to reduce cyberthreats to your practice computer systems. Training staff to recognize hazards is key. James W. Mold, MD, MPH