DON’T BE AN APRIL FOOL
Follow Basic Computer Security Practices
There’s never a bad time to refresh your computer security practices. If you think, “It’ll never happen to me,” then you’re exactly who hackers are looking to take advantage of. Avoid feeling like a fool this April by following these basic computer protections. Stay Updated You must stay up to date with all your software and hardware. Your program may have been the latest and greatest when you first purchased or installed it, but most software companies create new versions or updates quite often. They do so to update both the security and operations of their product. If you’re not installing their updates, you’re not letting them help you protect yourself. Just remember that the newer it is, the more built-in protection it will have. Beware of Phishing Many cybercriminals will let you do all the work for them by way of phishing, or sending spam messages that prompt you to either send sensitive information back to them or click a link that makes it easier COMMUNICATE WITH YOUR PATIENTS NOW! If there ever was a time to communicate with your patients, it is now. In these uncertain times of the coronavirus outbreak, patients look to medical professionals to be their source of information and advice. You can help your patients help themselves and their families. You can also send important information on when and how to contact your office. AutoRemind has a range of features to help you communicate with your patients, whether you are in the office or working remotely and are signed in to your Medisoft or Lytec software.
for them to access your information. Phishing can happen via email, phone, text, or social networking sites, so proceed with caution. Be suspicious of anything that looks fake or unusual or asks for too much information. Build Strong Passwords Using the same passwords for all your accounts is the easiest route to take, but it’s far from safe. You should have unique passwords for every single one of your accounts and make them as complex as possible. They should be long; use a mix of letters, characters, and numbers; and be changed every few months. Yes, it’s a lot of extra work, but password manipulation is one of the most common ways hackers access information, so it’s well worth doing. You should also be careful about what sites you visit and never leave your devices unattended. Stay vigilant with basic protocols, and you’ll put yourself a step ahead of those trying to cause harm. MEDISOFT, LYTEC, NEXTGEN, & APRIMA SUPPORT PLANS FOR HOSTING, BACKUP, AND MORE
Need Support? Call 480-497-7480 if you have a support contract. Don’t Have Support? Plans start at just $99/month. Call us at 855-455-5035 to get started with support, training, electronic claims, electronic health records (EHR), hosting, backup, and more. We have so many tools and services to help your business become more efficient, keep its network protected, and remain a thriving independent practice. We want to help your practice perform at the highest possible level by providing services that help you get the most out of your software. Be sure to check our website often at azcomp.com/events to learn about upcoming trainings and other events we host. DON’T FORGET TO UPGRADE YOUR SOFTWARE!
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