title: HIPAA as a process reengineering challenge: applying portfolio analysis techniques to optimize compliance strategy.
abstract: HIPAA poses opportunities and risks for health care providers by challenging the organizational interaction with patient information. Exploring the options for providers along a continuum based on the strengths of the institution will determine what position health care providers will take in obtaining support for HIPAA compliance.
authors.affiliation: CCI, Glencoe, Illinois, USA.
authors.forename: M Z
authors.initials: MZ
authors.lastname: Craig
mesh_terms: D003659:Decision Making, Organizational; D005377:Financial Management, Hospital / Q000379:methods*; D019983:Guideline Adherence; D020408:Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act; D006739:Hospital Administration / Q000592:standards*; D006751:Hospital Information Systems / Q000592:standards; D019451:Information Management / Q000592:standards*; D008499:Medical Records; D019982:Organizational Case Studies; D017064:Process Assessment, Health Care; D014481:United States