Dental Startups: What You Need to Know About HIPAA Compliance
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Cybercriminals are strategic. They do not attack at random, and they certainly do not take weekends or holidays off. According to HIPAA Journal, these low staffing periods are some of the most dangerous times for organizations, especially in healthcare and dental environments where uptime and data protection are critical.
Expanding from one dental practice to a growing network of locations—or a full DSO—introduces new layers of IT complexity. What once worked for a single site may now cause downtime, inconsistent performance, and compliance risk across your group. Complexity in these environments will mean more tickets for the support department down the road. Now is the time to stop, and plan out the type of system you want.
In today’s fast-paced dental industry, staying ahead of the curve requires more than just exceptional patient care.
AI tools like ChatGPT, Gemini, Grammarly, and free note-taking or transcription apps are everywhere — and they’re incredibly useful. But there’s a growing problem most dental practices don’t realize they have:
Another major dental-related breach just hit the headlines — and it’s a reminder that the weakest link in cybersecurity often isn’t a firewall… it’s an inbox.
Learn how to complete a HIPAA risk assessment for your dental practice in 2025/2026. Discover step-by-step processes, audit red flags, and how Darkhorse Tech helps practices stay compliant and secure.
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The Office for Civil Rights (OCR) at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) issued a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) to update the Security Rule for the first time in over a decade. The official version was published on January 6, 2025. These updates are designed to improve clarity, enhance cybersecurity measures, and ensure better compliance in protecting electronic protected health information (ePHI). Let's break down what this means for dental practices.
As a dental practice owner, you may already have an in-houseIT team or a tech-savvy employee who keeps your systems running smoothly. When considering bringing in a Managed Service Provider (MSP) like Darkhorse Tech, a common concern is whether this will replace your existing IT staff or negatively impact their morale. Let me put your mind at ease: partnering with an MSP isn’t about replacement. It’s about empowerment and collaboration.
In today’s digital-first world, dental practices increasingly rely on technology for everything from patient records to appointment scheduling. While these advancements bring efficiency and improved patient care, they also introduce new risks, such as data breaches and cyberattacks. Cyber liability insurance, along with protection from a company like Darkhorse Tech, is a critical safeguard for dentists, providing financial protection and peace of mind in the face of potential cyber threats. Here’s what dentists need to know about cyberliability insurance and how a robust IT strategy can help.
Choosing a dental Practice Management System (PMS) has never been just a software decision
Expanding from one dental practice to a growing network of locations—or a full DSO—introduces new layers of IT complexity. What once worked for a single site may now cause downtime, inconsistent performance, and compliance risk across your group. Complexity in these environments will mean more tickets for the support department down the road. Now is the time to stop, and plan out the type of system you want.
Absolute Dental, a Nevada-based dental service organization operating over 50 locations, has revealed a staggering data breach affecting more than 1.2 million
Choosing a dental Practice Management System (PMS) has never been just a software decision
In a dental practice, vendors aren’t just supply reps. They’re the outside companies you bring in to run critical parts of your business — from IT support and marketing/website developers, to third-party apps that connect to your practice management system (PMS).
Discover the ideal Microsoft 365 license for your dental practice or DSO with Darkhorse Tech. Learn about options tailored to enhance your practice's productivity.
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Choosing a dental Practice Management System (PMS) has never been just a software decision
In a dental practice, vendors aren’t just supply reps. They’re the outside companies you bring in to run critical parts of your business — from IT support and marketing/website developers, to third-party apps that connect to your practice management system (PMS).
As the world continues to embrace technological advancements, dental practices are not left behind. Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) are increasingly becoming essential tools for dental professionals, helping them improve patient care, enhance efficiency, and streamline workflows. This blog post explores the opportunities and challenges of integrating AI and ML into your dental practice and how to harness their full potential.
In the rapidly evolving landscape of technology, Microsoft has introduced a game-changer for the dental industry. Copilot, a cutting-edge AI-driven software, is poised to revolutionize the way dental practices manage their office documents. In this blog post, we'll explore how Microsoft's Copilot will transform document management for dental practices and improve overall efficiency.
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