Cyber threats against healthcare organizations are escalating—and HIPAA is catching up. With proposed updates to the HIPAA Security Rule expected to take effect soon, providers must prepare for stricter cybersecurity requirements, expanded accountability, and mandatory annual security audits. This session breaks down the proposed HIPAA 2025 Security Rule changes in clear, practical terms. Attendees will learn why HHS is strengthening enforcement, what new audit and documentation expectations may look like, and how these changes could impact daily operations, vendor relationships, and reimbursement. The webinar will also explore how healthcare organizations can proactively prepare—by strengthening security risk assessments, selecting the right audit or mitigation partners, and avoiding common compliance pitfalls. Whether you oversee operations, IT, compliance, or finance, this session will help you understand what’s coming and how to protect both patient data and organizational stability. This program has been submitted but not yet approved for Continuing Education for 1.0 total participation hours by NAB/NCERS. Financial Professionals: This program qualifies for Continuing Education 1.2 total clocked hours from the CPA (State Board of Accountancy). LeadingAge PA is registered with the Pennsylvania State Board of Accountancy, Program Sponsor #PX000987L. To receive continuing education credit for LeadingAge PA-sponsored webinars, attendees must register under their name, participate through the link supplied after registering and complete the evaluation after the webinar.