HIPAA Compliance for Dermatology Practices
Dermatology practices manage sensitive patient images, cosmetic procedure records, and medical diagnoses. HIPAA Agent helps you navigate the unique compliance challenges of dermatology.
Compliance Challenges for Dermatology Practices
How HIPAA Agent Helps
Dermatology Risk Assessment
Our AI understands dermatology workflows — clinical photography, cosmetic procedures, telehealth consultations, and pathology integrations.
Photo Management Policies
Comprehensive policies for HIPAA-compliant storage, access control, and consent management for patient photographs and clinical images.
Cosmetic/Medical Record Separation
Guidance on properly categorizing and protecting cosmetic procedure records alongside medical dermatology documentation.
Telehealth Security
Ensure your teledermatology platform meets HIPAA security requirements for remote skin consultations and image sharing.
Common Compliance Risks We Address
Frequently Asked Questions
Are patient before/after photos considered PHI?
Yes. Patient photographs that can identify an individual are protected health information under HIPAA. This includes facial photos, photos showing identifying marks, and any images linked to patient records. They must be encrypted, access-controlled, and stored securely.
Do cosmetic dermatology records need HIPAA protection?
Yes. Even cosmetic procedures are healthcare services, and the associated records are PHI. Whether Botox treatments or laser procedures, all patient information requires the same HIPAA protections as medical dermatology records.
How do we handle teledermatology under HIPAA?
Teledermatology must use HIPAA-compliant platforms with proper encryption and BAAs. Patient images shared during virtual consultations are PHI and must be transmitted and stored securely. Our platform provides specific guidance for teledermatology compliance.
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Healthcare Penetration Testing
HIPAA-focused security assessments with OCR fine exposure mapping for dermatology practices.