HIPAA Security Assessment
— HIPAA Compliance Isn’t Optional. It’s the Law. —
If you manage patient records, you’re legally responsible for protecting them. The HIPAA Security Rule requires covered entities and business associates to safeguard electronic Protected Health Information (PHI) across three critical pillars: Confidentiality, Integrity, and Availability.
Microtalk helps healthcare organizations reduce their cybersecurity risk, stay compliant, and deliver uninterrupted care. Our HIPAA Security Assessment, powered by Fortinet technologies and performed by us, gives you the visibility and guidance you need to secure your practice.
Why HIPAA Compliance Is More Than Just Antivirus
Many practices assume everything is fine because nothing looks broken. But cybersecurity isn’t about waiting for problems—it’s about understanding your network before a breach happens. Hidden vulnerabilities, unauthorized access, and poor documentation can all lead to violations.
The HIPAA Security Triad
- Confidentiality — Only the right people can access PHI
- Integrity — Data can’t be altered or tampered with
- Availability — You can access records when needed
Failing to provide timely service due to outages, ransomware, or equipment failure can violate HIPAA under the availability requirement. Likewise, lack of proper user permissions or unrestricted access can result in confidentiality breaches—even without hacking.
What’s Included in the HIPAA Security Assessment
Microtalk installs a temporary FortiGate Next-Generation Firewall at your location—configured to silently monitor network activity for a few days. There’s no disruption to your operations. Once complete, you’ll receive a full Fortinet-powered HIPAA Assessment report with plain-language findings and actionable steps.
You’ll Discover:
- Risky Web Activity — Browsing habits by category (e.g., social media, gambling, streaming)
- Unprotected Devices — Workstations, printers, and mobile gear with weak or no security
- Top Source Countries — Where your network is sending or receiving unexpected traffic from
- Peak Bandwidth Hours — See when you’re maxing out your connection and why things feel slow
- Unauthorized Remote Access — Foreign logins and late-night access you may not know about
- Command & Control Attempts — Malware trying to phone home to hacker-controlled servers
More Than Just a Report
Microtalk helps you interpret the data, prioritize improvements, and document everything for HIPAA audits. We’ll explain network segmentation, backup gaps, access control risks, and how to better align your systems with real-world compliance.
Our support doesn’t stop at the scan. We help you reduce liability, improve patient trust, and create a security-first culture that works within your budget and daily operations.
Public Breaches Are a Wake-Up Call
HHS and major publications maintain public lists of recent HIPAA breaches—many from small clinics, dental offices, and local providers. Some are from hacking. Others are simply theft or unencrypted devices. While not every incident is widely publicized, every breach puts PHI at risk—and can lead to fines, public notices, and lost business.
Explore these public breach databases and see how real the risks are:
Use them to search by location, breach type, and number of affected patients. These records aren’t to shame—they’re to inform. Compliance and Security are a journey, and proactive assessments are the first step in getting ahead of threats and building trust with your patients.
Trusted by Healthcare Providers Across the DMV
Microtalk serves clinics, dental practices, behavioral health providers, and medical offices across Maryland and the DMV region. We offer on-site and remote assessments, and we sign a BAA with every covered entity.
Request Your HIPAA Security Assessment
Fill out the form on this page to schedule your HIPAA Security Assessment. We’ll explain the process, answer your questions, and help you take the first step toward better compliance and peace of mind.