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DataHEALTH RECEIVES
URAC HIPAA SECURITY BUSINESS ASSOCIATE ACCREDITATION
Ashland, KY – DataProtech, Inc. dba DataHEALTH announced today that it has been awarded HIPAA Security Business Associate Accreditation from URAC, a Washington, DC-based health care accrediting organization that establishes quality standards for the health care industry. URAC’s HIPAA Security accreditation programs outline a framework of best practices that describe the operational policies and procedures necessary for an effective compliance program. “DataHEALTH is honored to receive URAC HIPAA Security Business Associate Accreditation,” said James Dalton, President and CEO of DataHEALTH. “We are very pleased to be recognized for our good faith efforts to meet HIPAA Security requirements. This accreditation verifies DataHEALTH’s compliance efforts to our customers and current and potential business partners.”
DataHEALTH is the leading provider of online data backup, storage and recovery to the healthcare industry nationwide. Founded in 2000, DataHEALTH currently serves over 3000 healthcare offices.
“DataHEALTH should be commended for meeting strict quality standards,” said Charles Stellar, URAC Board Chair. “It is critically important for organizations serving the healthcare industry to make a commitment to quality and accountability. URAC accreditation is a demonstration of that commitment.”
The URAC standards development process is consensus driven, with over hundreds of industry experts serving as volunteers to establish and revise appropriate industry benchmarks.
URAC, an independent, nonprofit organization, is a leader in promoting health care quality through accreditation and certification programs. URAC’s standards keep pace with the rapid changes in the health care system, and provide a mark of distinction for health care organizations to demonstrate their commitment to quality and accountability. Through its broad-based governance structure and an inclusive standards development process, URAC ensures that all stakeholders are represented in setting meaningful standards for the health care industry. For more information, visit www.urac.org.
For more information on DataHEALTH contact Ingrid Helgeson at (888) 656-3282 ext. 225 or visit www.DataHealthUSA.com
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