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Alaska Academy of General Dentistry
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HIPAA Compliance Simplified
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In this session, participants will gain a clear understanding of the essential steps to meeting HIPAA requirements without unnecessary stress or confusion. We’ll cover the most important compliance topics for dental practices, including risk assessments, policies and procedures, staff training, and common pitfalls to avoid. The focus will be on clarity, confidence, and actionable next steps—no scare tactics, just straightforward guidance.
Learning Objectives
- Learn statistics and examples of the most recent HIPAA penalty announcements.
- Understand the HIPAA Privacy and Security rules.
- Learn the steps dental practices must take to fully comply with HIPAA.
Speaker Bio
Matt DiBlasi is the CEO and cofounder of Abyde, the leading software simplifying HIPAA and OSHA compliance. From a garage startup in 2016, he helped grow Abyde into a trusted platform used by more than 4,500 practices nationwide. With deep healthcare IT expertise, DiBlasi is dedicated to making compliance clear and accessible. A sought-after speaker, he breaks down complex regulations into simple, actionable steps that empower providers to protect patient data and workplace safety.
