HIPAA compliance is not a one‑time task—and in 2026, physician practices face increasing risks if they treat it that way. In this timely article, Is Your Practice Compliant? A 2026 Outlook to Protecting Patient Privacy, Hassan Abdallah, JD, CHC, FACHDM, Vice President, Chief Compliance & Privacy Officer at MRO, breaks down the four most common HIPAA misconceptions impacting medical practices today.
From improper medical record disclosures to overreliance on check‑the‑box training, the piece outlines where practices are most vulnerable and what leaders must do to strengthen patient privacy, reduce enforcement risk, and maintain regulatory compliance. A must‑read for physicians, administrators, and health information management professionals navigating HIPAA, patient access, and evolving privacy expectations.