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Think You're Audit-Ready? How to Protect Your Practice in 2026

Think You're Audit-Ready? How to Protect Your Practice in 2026

By: Chad Mealey, Complia...Chad Mealey, Compliance and Data Security Expert, Rectangle Health

Post Date: 9/30/2026

CE Amount: 1

Categories: Practice Management ...Practice Management Training

COURSE OVERVIEW

Staying compliant with HIPAA is more critical than ever—especially for organizations involved in patient payments, where sensitive health and financial data intersect. In this webinar, we’ll break down the essential components of HIPAA compliance and provide practical guidance on how to remain audit-ready year‑round. Attendees will learn how to identify the most common risks in patient payment workflows, implement safeguards aligned with the HIPAA Privacy and Security Rules, and avoid common pitfalls that trigger compliance failures.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

By attending this webinar, you will learn:

  • Affordable strategies to meet HIPAA requirements

  • How to avoid common HIPAA violations and costly fines

  • How to strengthen staff training and documentation

  • Best practices for BAAs and secure communication

  • Tips to keep every office audit-ready without overspending

COURSE SPEAKER

Chad Mealey, Compliance and Data Security Expert, Rectangle Health
Chad Mealey, Compliance and Data Security Expert, Rectangle Health

Chad Mealey helps healthcare organizations navigate the complexities of HIPAA compliance and data security. Prior to joining Rectangle Health, he led initiatives in HIPAA education, risk assessments, policy development, staff training, and program management, working closely with providers and executive teams to implement compliance frameworks that reduce risk, strengthen safeguards, and promote long-term accountability. At Rectangle Health, Chad partners with enterprise healthcare leaders to align compliance strategy with secure payment and communication solutions, helping organizations protect patient information while improving operational efficiency and supporting growth.

TARGET AUDIENCE

This course is intended for Dental Assistant, Dentist, Hygienist, and Office Manager from novice to advanced.

EDUCATIONAL METHOD

Self Instructional Online CE Course

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Dental Learning presentation is made possible through the continued support of Rectangle Health. Chad Mealey, Compliance and Data Security Expert, Rectangle Health is a consultant and/or speaker for the following companies and/or organizations: Dental Learning, Rectangle Health. Chad Mealey, Compliance and Data Security Expert, Rectangle Health may receive an honorarium as compensation from the CE Supporter of this presentation and/or from Dental Learning for the time involved in preparing and delivering this online presentation.

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