OCR Settles Case Concerning Improper Disposal of Protected Health Information

OCR announced a settlement with New England Dermatology P.C., d/b/a a New England Dermatology and Laser Center (“NEDLC”), over the improper disposal of protected health information, a potential violation of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) Privacy Rule. As a result, NEDLC paid $300,640 to OCR and agreed to implement a corrective action plan to resolve this investigation. NEDLC is located in Massachusetts and provides dermatology services.

• Read the HHS Press Release
• Read the Resolution Agreement and Corrective Action Plan
• Read OCR’s FAQs concerning HIPAA and the disposal of protected health information