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Did A Nurse Violate His Niece’s HIPAA Privacy Rights?

Nurse.com

An RN reader shared that his niece was having mental health issues. In the complaint, the niece said the nurse had violated her Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) privacy rights and also acted unprofessionally. It’s also established at the federal level by HIPAA itself.

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Managing Healthcare Staff with Compliance in Mind

Celayix

Here are some reasons why compliance is essential: Patient Safety: Following rules like the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) or standard precautions protects patients from infections and data breaches. Legal Protection: Non-compliance can lead to fines, lawsuits, or even loss of accreditation.

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10 FAQs About Nurse Practitioners

Board Vitals - Nursing

All healthcare providers, including nurse practitioners, who are covered under HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability), must obtain a National Provider Identifier (NPI). Which NP specialty makes the most money?

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Are You Eligible for Coverage Under FTCA?

Relias

Specialized risk management for areas such as obstetrics and gynecology, mental health, and dental health were also regarded as critical areas for extra training. Despite these resources, 87% of FQHC respondents indicated they wanted to receive even more training, around topics like documentation and incident reporting.

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6 Qualities to Find the Best Travel Nurse Recruiter

MAS Medical Staffing

A good recruiter knows the importance of supporting nurse mental health. For example, MAS Medical Staffing offers travel nurse benefits like remote work options, health insurance plans, and even fitness reimbursements. Ongoing support – Experiencing issues with facility crew members? Trouble commuting to your job?