A recent Watchdog report calls for expanded security guidance, but some experts want new rules under HIPAA Security Rules. The article states: "The HIPAA Security Rule should be replaced or rewritten to reflect the NIST Cybersecurity Framework as the standard to apply when developing a security program and selecting controls to protect protected health information." Many health organizations and security experts are watching this issue closely due to increasing cyber attack concerns according to this report.
Source: http://www.databreachtoday.com/whats-needed-more-hhs-guidance-or-new-hipaa-security-rule-a-9426