Athena Software Now Offering HIPAA Readiness and Security Audit Services
Athena Software now offers clients the extra service of HIPAA Readiness and Security Audit Services. The security audit service is delivered by Athena Software staff, an experienced and accredited Network Analyst, that allows your organization to select which areas of your system and business policies you would like "audited" for vulnerabilities.
Guelph, Ontario (PRWEB) March 5, 2007 -- Athena Software now offers clients the extra service of HIPAA Readiness and Security Audit Services. The security audit service is delivered by an experienced and accredited Athena Software Network Analyst who allows your organization to select which areas of your system and business policies you would like "audited" for vulnerabilities.
"Athena Software takes system security and the confidentiality of your client's data seriously," said Dana Fox, Director Business Development for Athena Software. "We strongly encourage all organizations that store confidential data of any type to have their systems tested periodically for a range of vulnerabilities." Fox went on to say that, "Ensuring agencies have taken important steps to protect the privacy of their client's confidential information is absolutely vital - for your accreditors, for your funders, for your client's privacy and confidentiality and for your peace of mind."
Contact us today to find out how we can help your organization improve its overall systems security and ability to recover from disaster. It may be the smartest, most far-sighted decision you will ever make! Security areas may include:
Network Review Includes Items such as:
Hardware inventory and network scan
Develop up to date network diagram
Check for devices bypassing FW
Check access to network devices - including password strength etc.
Check for network monitors
If VPN access is enabled, check access to system and ensure proper policies in place
Determine if network or system monitoring software is required; configure if needed
Penetration testing and port scanning of firewalls and servers
Server Review Includes Items such as:
Checking of patch levels - Update procedure
Check of running processes- removal of unneeded processes
Check access rights
Hardening of servers
Virus scanning
Spy-ware scanning
Check fans - for heat issues
Firewall Review Includes Items such as:
Check rules
Check access rights
Limit outbound / inbound traffic if needed
Check updates, Version
Access Methods Includes Items such as:
Passwords policies and controls
Account creation policies and controls
Access cards - Audit Logs
Physical security of the computer room
Facility-related Issues Includes Items such as:
Physical access review
Redundant power supply
Fire precautions
Ventilation - temperature controls
Backups Testing Includes Items such as:
Off-site transfer frequency / method / completeness
Disaster recover planning
Data Handling Issues Includes Items such as:
Level of Encryption
Manner of transferred
Access control
Can the backed up data be removed, copied, modified?
Software-related Issues Includes Items such as:
Check version, level
Workstation-related Issues Includes items such as:
Laptop security - Disk encryption, VPN access,
Screen-savers with password lock
No displayed passwords or userids
Workstation Lock down
Penelope Case Management and Counseling Software Features:
Staff / therapist and client / patient scheduling
Customizable outcomes evaluation tools
Customizable clinical case documentation and session note recording
Customizable program service delivery details
Comprehensive reporting functions
Customizable alerts, workflow automation tools and reminders
Highly configurable security features
HIPAA standard electronic billing
internal communications and workflow management tools
For on-demand clients: server, backup and data protection service
Penelope Case Management and Counseling Software Benefits:
Monitor client progress and outcomes
Measure worker productivity
Coordinate a range of services for clients and families
Eliminate duplicate data entry
Increase compliance to accreditation standards and company policies
Reduce downtime (and waitlists!) with real time central scheduling
Shorten account aging
Reduce insurer/ Medicaid claim rejections
Easy reporting for funders, grants and internal use
Web-based software allows for geographically dispersed staff to have access to up to date information securely
Low cost to implement and maintain - all you need is a web browser!
About Athena Software.net
Athena software is one of the world's most powerful and fully integrated case management and client information solutions designed for counselling, behavioral health, broad service NGO, mental health centers and Employee Assistance Providers (EAP/ EFAP). We help our clients reduce operating costs, increase efficiency and improve customer service by integrating human resources, notes, outcome evaluation and billing into one integrated and easy to use system. Used by service organizations, universities and practitioners around the world, Athena Software delivers high performance, world-class support and outstanding value.
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