Mar 8, 2025
In Season 3 of the Level Up Infection Prevention Podcast, host Michelle Strange, MSDH, RDH, CDIPC is joined by expert Amy Wood to discuss the complexities of HIPAA compliance in the dental industry. They cover the importance of cybersecurity, common mistakes made by dental practices, and the critical need for processes and protocols to protect patient data. Amy shares her personal experiences with identity theft and provides valuable insights on how to prevent data breaches. The episode emphasizes the evolving nature of HIPAA regulations and the role of technology in maintaining compliance.
00:00 Welcome to Season Three
00:40 Introduction to HIPAA with Amy Wood
02:12 Personal Experience with Data Breaches
04:56 HIPAA Compliance in Teledentistry
07:33 Common Mistakes in HIPAA Compliance
15:53 Ethics and Best Practices
17:14 Reactive Measures and Data Breaches
20:47 Final Thoughts and Key Takeaways
To contact Amy Wood:
Business: Copper Penny Consulting
Email Address: HIPAA@copperpennyconsulting.com
Social Media Handle: @CopperPennyConsulting (Instagram & Facebook)