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Privacy Alert – Real Life Stories

Nurse Practitioners in Business

HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) violations occur when the privacy or security of protected health information (PHI) is compromised. Do NOT let this happen in your office… TRAIN YOUR STAFF! Train them on privacy issues so they understand their importance.

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How to Conduct Effective Compliance Audits 

American Medical Compliance

The healthcare industry is highly regulated, with various laws such as the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), the Health Information Technology for Economic and Clinical Health Act (HITECH), and the Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) regulations shaping operations.

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How to Ensure Dental Regulatory Compliance 

American Medical Compliance

Additionally, they play a pivotal role in legal proceedings, insurance claims, and audits. Legal and Regulatory Framework In dentistry, following legal and regulatory standards is essential. Therefore, dental practices must implement these measures to protect PHI from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure, and to avoid fines.

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Impact of COVID-19 Privacy Policy Expiration

American Medical Compliance

Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Office for Civil Rights (OCR) granted enforcement discretion for certain aspects of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) during the public health emergency. In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the U.S.

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HIPAA Business Associates Requirements and Regulations

American Medical Compliance

The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) became law in 1996. It establishes a set of national standards to protect the privacy and security of individuals’ health information. These include healthcare providers, health plans, and healthcare clearinghouses, as well as their business associates.

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Digital Do’s and Don’ts: Navigating Healthcare Compliance Successfully

American Medical Compliance

Do: Educate yourself on HIPAA compliance Study the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) guidelines. Do: Regular staff training Digital compliance requirements and best practices can evolve, so it’s crucial not to assume that one-time training is sufficient.

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Are You Eligible for Coverage Under FTCA?

Relias

Privileging of health care professionals This is the process of verifying, on a regular basis, that clinicians have the appropriate competencies and abilities to perform their clinical procedures effectively. Training as risk management Regular staff training on risk management is critical for mitigating risk.