Frequently Asked Questions

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Our HIPAA support typically includes a comprehensive risk assessment, policy and procedure development, staff training, and guidance on incident response and breach notification requirements. We tailor every engagement to the size and needs of your practice.

A standard HIPAA risk assessment and policy review usually takes 2–4 weeks depending on the size of your practice and the complexity of your systems. Full compliance programs — including risk analysis, policy creation, and staff training — can take 4–8 weeks from start to finish.

A HIPAA Mini Risk Assessment is a streamlined version of a full risk assessment designed for smaller practices or those new to compliance. It focuses on identifying the most common privacy and security vulnerabilities — such as gaps in PHI handling, device security, and staff awareness — and provides actionable recommendations. Most mini assessments can be completed in 1 week.

We provide support with documentation reviews, claims processes, training on federal and state regulations, and preparation for potential audits. Our goal is to ensure your practice meets all requirements while minimizing administrative burden.

For most practices, a focused compliance review and documentation check can be completed in 3–4 weeks. Larger-scale projects — such as full program reviews or oversight planning — may take 6–8 weeks depending on scope and data volume.

This assessment is a focused review of your documentation, billing processes, internal controls, and staff practices to ensure you meet federal and state program requirements. It’s a great way to proactively identify risks before an audit occurs. Most assessments can be completed in 2–3 weeks, with a detailed findings report and next-step recommendations.

We help you prepare for audits by reviewing documentation, ensuring policies and procedures meet regulatory requirements, performing mock audits, and assisting with responses if an audit occurs. We focus on making sure you’re confident and ready before an auditor ever walks in the door.

If you’re preparing proactively, we recommend starting at least 4–6 weeks before a potential audit window. If you’ve already received a notice, we can often help organize documentation and develop a response strategy within 1–3 weeks, depending on the timeframe provided by the state.

Clear, up-to-date policies and procedures are the backbone of a compliant organization. They help your staff understand expectations, guide day-to-day operations, and serve as critical evidence during audits or investigations.

We provide a range of training options including HIPAA privacy and security, Medicare and Medicaid compliance, state audit preparation, and best practices for staff. Sessions are interactive, easy to understand, and tailored to your team’s needs.

Most single-session trainings can be delivered in 1–2 hours. Multi-session programs or leadership workshops are usually scheduled over 2–4 weeks to ensure knowledge is retained and implemented effectively.