HHSLive Webcast: HHS Mandatory Email & Text Message Encryption Rules with One Exception 

As per the new requirements of HHS and CMS, all emails and text messages with Protected Health Information (PHI) should be encrypted with one following exception.  

Patients hold the fundamental right to communicate with Covered Entities through unencrypted text or email if they have a preference for unencrypted electronic transmissions or if they are informed of any type of risk.