HOUSTON: Lightning Step, a leading provider of integrated EMR, CRM, and RCM solutions for behavioral health practices, today announced it has obtained ISO 27001 certification, a globally recognized pillar of information security management. This milestone highlights Lightning Step’s unwavering commitment to protecting patient information by proactively managing and safeguarding Protected Health Information (PHI), ensuring the highest data security standards for our clients' most sensitive data.

“We understand well that cybersecurity is an evolving problem, and with the ever-increasing rate of cyberattacks, we have become more intentional in making sure that our customers feel confident in the place they entrust their data. Obtaining ISO 27001 further illustrates our strict and sound security controls,” said Dr. Martin Ignatovski, CIO for Lightning Step.

Standards under ISO 27001 ensure high benchmarks for managing information security risks, from data encryption to access controls. Achieving this certification confirms that Lightning Step strictly and ethically applies best practices in identifying and mitigating possible security threats to ensure that PHI data will safely and easily be protected.

Added Brent Michael, CEO of Lightning Step, “For us, security is not just a requirement - it’s a responsibility. This is just one of the many steps we are taking to stay ahead of security challenges to continue delivering secure, reliable solutions for our trusted partners. Our team will continue to invest in the latest security technologies and best practices to meet and exceed industry standards such as HIPAA and HITRUST. We firmly believe that prioritizing security empowers mental and behavioral health professionals to focus on what matters most: delivering excellent patient care.”

About Lightning Step

Lightning Step, founded by former treatment center owners, operators, and clinicians, provides a comprehensive CRM, EMR, and RCM platform purpose-built for behavioral health and addiction treatment facilities. Guided by our vision—“Elevating care, together”—we empower behavioral health professionals to help people on their healing journeys. As a fully integrated solution for managing the complete lifecycle of patient care, Lightning Step streamlines interdepartmental workflows, enhances operational efficiency, and improves clinical outcomes. Learn more at www.lightningstep.com.

Fonte: Business Wire