Nurse Practitioners in Business
MAY 3, 2024
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. Your Turn What is your experience with HIPAA violations? Here are the 5 most common types and their consequences.
American Medical Compliance
DECEMBER 27, 2023
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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Nurse Practitioners in Business
JULY 25, 2024
One example is the recent April 2024 ruling by the FTC banning post-employment non-compete clauses between employers and workers. Ensuring compliance with FTC guidelines and HIPAA regulations regarding patient privacy is crucial. The ruling is set to go into effect in early September.
Healthcare Law Insights blog
JANUARY 15, 2025
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.
University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences
JULY 1, 2024
Consult with an attorney to make sure you understand how to start a physical therapy business that adheres to HIPAA standards. 9 Also, you will need to prepare documents for your patients to fill out: medical histories, insurance forms, pain maps, HIPAA disclosures, etc. IRS, “Sole proprietorships,” IRS , March 28, 2024, [link].
Healthcare Law Insights blog
APRIL 28, 2023
Providers are relieved to see the changes that have been made permanent and extended through 2024, but many providers are also left wanting more flexibility. In light of the end of the PHE, OCR is providing a 90-calendar day transition period for providers to come into compliance with the HIPAA Rules in their provision of telehealth.
Relias
MAY 2, 2024
For instance, according to The HIPAA Journal , the maximum penalty for HIPAA rule violations in 2024 is $2,067,813 per violation per calendar year. The cost of non-compliance in healthcare is high.
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