The HIPAA Security Rule is changing in a major way, with new mandatory security requirements for all healthcare organizations in 2026. We created a quick executive brief to help you understand what’s changing and what to do next.
What’s Inside the Executive Brief
Understanding HIPAA Changes for Rheumatology Practices in 2026
The upcoming HIPAA Security Rule updates introduce new mandatory cybersecurity requirements for healthcare organizations, including independent rheumatology practices. These changes include required penetration testing, ongoing vulnerability scanning, and increased expectations around documentation and risk analysis.
Rheumatology practices often rely on multiple systems, vendors, and patient data workflows, which increases the importance of having a clear and compliant security strategy in place. Preparing ahead of the 2026 and 2027 deadlines can help reduce risk, avoid penalties, and ensure continuity of care.
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