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HIPAA Violations and Small Practices

Nurse Practitioners in Business

Small practices are at risk for HIPAA violations. HIPAA, aka the Healthcare Insurance Portability and Accountability Act, requires providers and healthcare organizations to protect patient health information. Check out the Nurse Practitioners in Business Facebook Group Become a Member of the NPBO Ready to start your own practice?

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Marketing Smart: Is Your Advertising FTC Compliant?

Nurse Practitioners in Business

The commission is tasked with preventing fraud and unfair business practices and has issued many clarifications and rulings over the years. One example is the recent April 2024 ruling by the FTC banning post-employment non-compete clauses between employers and workers. The ruling is set to go into effect in early September.

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Ensuring HIPAA Compliance in 2024 with AMC’s Expertise 

American Medical Compliance

The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) has been a cornerstone in safeguarding patient information for nearly three decades. As we step into 2024, healthcare providers must stay abreast of the latest updates to remain compliant. On the brighter side, compliance will make your business grow exponentially.

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How to Start a Physical Therapy Business: 14 Steps Guide

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

Do you dream of starting a physical therapy business after graduating from a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program ? However, starting a physical therapy practice also means putting in longer hours, filling out more paperwork and learning a business skill set on top of your clinical skill set. Can physical therapists own practices?

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OCR Announces Proposed Updates to HIPAA Security Rule, Raises the Bar for Healthcare Cybersecurity

Healthcare Law Insights blog

On December 27, 2024, the U.S. This marks the first update to the HIPAA Security Rule since 2013. One 2024 cyberattack on a healthcare payment cycle management company caused severe disruption throughout the healthcare industry and is estimated to have resulted in the compromise of the ePHI of up to one third of the U.S.

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Avoiding the Landmines on the Path to HealthTech Innovation

Healthcare Law Insights blog

The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) sets the national standard for protecting patient health information. AI systems must adhere to HIPAA’s Privacy and Security Rules, requiring careful consideration of “minimum necessary” data use and de-identification processes that meet the technology’s learning requirements.

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OTD Student Makes Her Entrepreneurial Mark and Empowers Caregivers

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

The invitation-only competition is for students who own and operate a business while attending college or university. In February 2024, she moves to the next round: the EO U.S. She says the process has heightened her networking and business knowledge. What sets Mendez apart, beyond her business success, is her commitment to OT.

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