HIPAA Compliance Checklist for Cardiology APCM Programs

Ensure all recordings of heart failure medication titration calls are encrypted in transit and at rest using AES-256 standards.

Verify that any cardiac device data relayed via AI call handlers is transmitted through secure, encrypted channels to the EHR.

Implement AI-driven automated redaction for non-essential PHI in call transcripts used for cardiac rehab follow-up documentation.

Use HIPAA-compliant VOIP protocols for all automated outreach to post-MI patients to prevent unauthorized eavesdropping.

Ensure all data exchanges between the AI call center and the Cardiology EHR utilize TLS 1.3 or higher for transport security.

Require MFA for all Cardiology staff accessing the APCM monitoring dashboard and AI-generated call logs.

Limit access to cardiac patient records based on staff role, such as Cardiac Rehab Director versus Billing Clerk.

Configure the AI management console to automatically log out users after periods of inactivity to protect heart failure patient data.

Assign unique IDs to each staff member to track who accessed specific anticoagulation management records in the system.

Maintain detailed logs of all access to cardiac patient PHI within the AI system for at least six years per federal guidelines.

Ensure a comprehensive BAA is signed with all AI service providers handling heart failure or AFib patient communication.

Conduct a specialized risk assessment focusing on the unique data flow of cardiac APCM monitoring programs and AI tools.

Train the cardiology team on the secure use of AI-generated insights for hypertension and lipid management follow-up.

Develop a specific protocol for potential data breaches involving large-scale cardiac patient panels and external AI vendors.

Update the practice’s Notice of Privacy Practices to include AI-driven APCM communication methods and data usage.