14+
Years Healthcare IT Experience
100+
Medical Practices Served in NJ
HIPAA Compliant Solutions
Microsoft Healthcare Partner
Secure network infrastructure designed specifically for healthcare environments with strict PHI isolation and compliance safeguards.
Role-based permissions and unique user identification
End-to-end data protection in transit and at rest
Comprehensive activity monitoring and reporting
14+
Years Healthcare IT Experience
100+
Medical Practices Served in NJ
HIPAA Compliant Solutions
Microsoft Healthcare Partner
Many Edison-area medical practices face unique infrastructure challenges that put PHI at risk and complicate compliance.
Many NJ medical buildings have outdated wiring that can't support modern EHR systems and imaging equipment, leading to performance issues and downtime.
Medical suites often share infrastructure with retail and other businesses, creating compliance risks when PHI traverses shared network segments.
Older buildings often have limited conduit space and shared risers between tenants, making proper network separation challenging without expert design.
Network downtime directly affects patient care and revenue. A single hour of EHR inaccessibility can cancel dozens of appointments and delay critical diagnostics.
Inadequate network segmentation can lead to HIPAA violations with penalties reaching $50,000 per incident, plus potential legal liability for data breaches.
Temporary fixes become permanent liabilities. Without proper documentation and standardized configurations, network management becomes increasingly difficult over time.
Our approach isolates protected health information while maintaining performance for clinical applications.
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[Medical Devices] ─VLAN10─┐
[EHR Workstations] ─VLAN10─┤
├─[Firewall]─[Internet]
[VoIP Phones] ─VLAN20─┤
[Guest WiFi] ─VLAN30─┤
│
[PACS/Imaging] ─VLAN40─┘
*/
Example network segmentation for medium-sized medical practice
We implement logical separation of network traffic based on security requirements and functional roles, ensuring PHI never crosses into unsecured segments.
EHR systems, medical devices, and workstations handling PHI with strict access controls
PACS, DICOM servers, and diagnostic equipment with optimized throughput
Completely isolated network for patients and visitors with internet access only
Dedicated quality of service for VoIP systems and medical communication devices
We provide complete documentation to support HIPAA compliance and simplify ongoing management.
Detailed visual representation of your network topology, VLAN structure, and security zones.
Complete port assignment documentation showing which devices belong to each security segment.
Documented firewall rules and ACLs that demonstrate compliant traffic management between segments.
Customized documentation of security procedures suitable for HIPAA audits and compliance reviews.
Proactive maintenance calendar with recommended update cycles and security patch timelines.
Step-by-step protocols for incident response and disaster recovery specific to your environment.
Our network implementations address specific technical safeguards required under HIPAA 164.312.
While we implement technical safeguards to support HIPAA compliance, ultimate compliance responsibility lies with the covered entity. We recommend consulting with a HIPAA compliance attorney for formal compliance assessments.
A recent project for a multi-specialty practice in Edison, NJ demonstrates our approach.
"HealthDesk IT transformed our network infrastructure with minimal disruption to our practice. Their understanding of healthcare-specific requirements and NJ building challenges made the process smooth." — Practice Administrator, Edison Multi-Specialty Group
Choose the approach that best fits your practice's needs and timeline.
Starting at $1,495
Project-based pricing
Monthly subscription
We provide healthcare IT services to practices across the Edison area and surrounding communities.
We serve medical practices throughout Middlesex County and Central New Jersey.
Confirm coverage in your area: 732-362-4949We work with industry-leading technologies specifically selected for healthcare environments.
We implement enterprise-grade firewalls with healthcare-specific security policies, intrusion prevention, and content filtering.
Healthcare-grade WiFi solutions with separate SSIDs for clinical, guest, and IoT devices, each with appropriate security controls.
Managed switches with VLAN capabilities, quality of service (QoS) prioritization for clinical applications, and port security features.
Comprehensive network monitoring with alerting for performance issues, security events, and capacity planning.
Healthcare-focused backup solutions with encrypted off-site replication and guaranteed recovery time objectives.
Comprehensive network documentation tools that maintain updated diagrams, configurations, and compliance evidence.
Common questions about HIPAA-compliant networking for medical practices.
Medical practices handle protected health information (PHI) that requires strict security measures under HIPAA. Standard business networks lack the isolation, access controls, and monitoring needed to protect patient data and meet compliance requirements. Healthcare networks also need to prioritize clinical applications to ensure patient care isn't impacted by other network traffic.
VLANs create separate virtual networks within your physical infrastructure, isolating PHI from other network traffic. This ensures imaging systems, EHR data, and patient records are separated from guest WiFi, office devices, and other non-secure systems. Proper segmentation contains potential breaches and limits access to sensitive data based on role-based permissions.
HIPAA requires access controls, audit controls, integrity controls, transmission security, and proper network segmentation. This includes unique user identification, emergency access procedures, encryption, activity logging, and protection against unauthorized access to electronic PHI. Network designs must demonstrate these safeguards through proper architecture and documentation.
Yes, we specialize in designing secure networks for multi-tenant healthcare buildings with shared MDF/IDF rooms. We implement strict PHI isolation between practices while maintaining cost-effective shared infrastructure where appropriate. Our team has experience working with building management to ensure proper cable management and compliance with lease agreements.
As a local NJ-based team, we typically respond to critical network issues within 2 hours for practices in the Edison area. We offer prioritized support for healthcare organizations to minimize downtime affecting patient care. For non-urgent matters, we provide remote support during business hours and scheduled on-site visits as needed.
Have more questions about healthcare networking?
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Specialized configuration for medical imaging systems and diagnostic workstations.
Advanced VLAN and firewall configuration for PHI isolation and security.
Complete IT relocation services for medical practices changing locations.
Proper installation of fire-rated cabling for medical office buildings.
Schedule a free network assessment with our healthcare IT experts. We'll identify vulnerabilities and provide a roadmap to HIPAA compliance.
Serving medical practices in Edison, New Brunswick, East Brunswick, Woodbridge, and throughout Central NJ.
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