Provider Trust

APRIL 26, 2023

An increasing trend of nurse strikes and hospital staffing shortages across the country in early 2023 has led many healthcare organizations to turn to travel nurses and staffing agencies to fulfill their workforce needs. However, this solution comes with its share of compliance risks, especially if interstate licenses are involved.

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Verisys

JANUARY 2, 2024

With Verisys, you can instantly validate identities, licenses, and ensure there are no sanctions, exclusions, or debarments associated with anyone in your business network. The post December 2023 Bad Actors Roundup appeared first on Verisys. Secure your success by choosing Verisys.

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Health Law RX

MAY 4, 2023

On May 3, 2023, the Florida governor signed a comprehensive law ( SB 1550 ) regarding pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs). Effect of new law on licensing Under the new law, a PBM will be required to obtain a TPA license from the OIR. If a PBM is currently registered with the OIR, it has until January 1, 2024, to obtain its license.

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Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

JANUARY 23, 2023

We spoke with the HIMSS government relations team for their thoughts on those priorities and more in 2023 and beyond. Also on its policy agenda for the year ahead: advocating for data standardization, offering input for interoperability rulemaking and engaging with agencies and states to increase telehealth access.

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Healthcare IT Today

JANUARY 5, 2023

As we head into 2023, we wanted to kick off the new year with a series of 2023 Health IT predictions. Healthcare staffing shortages will continue to negatively impact patient experience in 2023. Embracing digital workflows and modernization will be transformational for healthcare systems in 2023.

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HIT Consultant

JANUARY 12, 2023

Growing surgical revenue will continue to be a top priority for health systems into 2023. While some have called 2022 an ‘unprecedented year’ for healthcare, the reality is that many of the pressures that challenge health systems’ budgets and margins will continue into 2023 and beyond. Mudit Garg, CEO and Co-founder of Qventus.

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Health Populi

OCTOBER 9, 2023

With the HLTH 2023 Conference meeting up in Vegas these past couple of days, this “what if” scenario can be constructed with announcements coming out of the meeting, coupled with recent developments in the larger health/care ecosystem. The post What If We Built a Consumer-Enchanting Health System in the Context of HLTH 2023?

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Healthcare IT Today

JANUARY 6, 2023

As we head into 2023, we wanted to kick off the new year with a series of 2023 Health IT predictions. We have seen unprecedented growth in the digital healthcare space and this momentum will only continue in 2023 – bringing more innovation, smarter technology, and impactful legislation and business initiatives.

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Healthcare Law Blog

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

On February 13, 2023, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) published the revised List of Telehealth Services for Calendar Year (CY) 2023 (List). In its update, CMS clarified that all codes on the List are available through the end of CY 2023.

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Verisys

MAY 13, 2024

These updates went into effect December 31, 2023. HI HB2415 Verisys Solution: Verified License Search (VLS) and License Verification (LV) Kentucky : Legislation has been passed to address a shortage of emergency medical service providers and amends related rules. Interstate licenses will not be available until then.

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Healthcare IT Today

SEPTEMBER 2, 2023

Early intervention is key to supporting individuals with autism spectrum disorder , but a shortage of licensed behavior analysts limits access to care. Read more… Streamlining Workflows Increases Access for Children with Autism.

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Provider Trust

JANUARY 17, 2024

See all of ProviderTrust’s major milestones and moments from 2023.

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Provider Trust

MAY 15, 2023

May 15, 2023 Contact: Jane Kimbrough , (615)-306-6384 CHICAGO, IL – ProviderTrust has been selected by Modern Healthcare as one of the 2023 Best Places to Work in Healthcare. Modern Healthcare will publish a special supplement featuring a ranked list of all the winners along with the October 2, 2023, issue of MH magazine.

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Healthcare IT Today

JUNE 10, 2023

Unfortunately, these efforts are doomed to fail if frequently updated data such as credentialing and licensing remains in silos, noted Eric Demers at Madaket Health. Bonus Features for June 4, 2023: 51% of hospitals plan to participate in TEFCA, but only 18% of orgs have implemented email security software correctly.

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HIPAA Journal

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

A security breach was detected on March 5, 2023, and systems were immediately taken offline to prevent further unauthorized access. A forensic investigation was initiated to determine the nature and scope of the attack, which confirmed there had been unauthorized access to its systems between February 3, 2023, and March 5, 2023.

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Verisys

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

Upon moving to another compact state, a nurse holding a compact license must apply for a new license in their new primary state of residence within 60 days of relocating. NLC Relocation Rule Explanation NLC Relocation FAQ Arizona: The Arizona Board of Nursing has issued a reminder for nursing licenses expiring in 2024.

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Verisys

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Alabama : License renewals for pharmacy technicians, pharmacy interns, and facilities are open as of 9/15/2023. The renewals are due by 12/31/2023. CA BRN Fall 2023 Report: Transcripts submission (pg. CA BRN Fall 2023 Report: EMSA Authorization Ended (pg. 16) California SB 143 was passed on 9/13/2023.

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HIPAA Journal

APRIL 25, 2024

City of Hope National Medical Center identified suspicious activity within its network on October 13, 2023, and the forensic investigation confirmed there had been unauthorized access by a third party between September 19, 2023, and October 12, 2023.

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Bill of Health

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Here’s what one of the first patients experienced ,” “ Oregon Issues First Psilocybin Therapy Treatment Center License.” The measure has only legalized “supported adult use,” under a non-medical model where trained and licensed “facilitators” may offer safety and support prior, during, and after a session with a dose of psilocybin.

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Jane Sarashon

APRIL 18, 2023

This dynamic informs The Future Health Index 2023 report from Philips, launched this week at HIMSS 2023. ” The FHI 2023 research revealed three major themes: To address clinician shortages and burnout, and solve financial pressures, investments in AI will ratchet up to enhance clinical decision support and productive workflows.

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Provider Trust

AUGUST 9, 2023

The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Office of Inspector General (OIG) has released its latest 2023 Spring Semiannual Report to Congress, providing a comprehensive overview of its activities from October 2022 to March 2023. Led by acting Inspector General Christi A.

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MedTrainer

MARCH 30, 2024

Enrollment delays cost nearly a third of organizations polled in a 2023 MedTrainer survey money, and 26% believe credentialing delays increase compliance risks that can significantly drain coffers. Any delay in the provider enrollment process means less revenue for the organization – and the longer the holdup, the harder the hit.

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Innovaare Compliance

OCTOBER 6, 2022

And, in 2023, there will be more enrollees in MAPD than in original Medicare. Medicare Advantage Organizations (MAO) not only have to get ready for newcomers, they also have to implement changes in the MA program that are not waiting to become effective on January 1, 2023; some are happening or have already begun!

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Hall Render

DECEMBER 30, 2022

Medicare payment policy changes established under the CMS CY 2023 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (“MPFS”) Final Rule , issued on November 1, 2022, become effective January 1, 2023. Below is a high-level summary of significant changes established for 2023. Evaluation and Management (E/M) Visits. Telehealth Services.

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Verisys

MAY 11, 2023

Arizona : Legislation to join the APRN Compact has passed the Senate as of 4/26/2023 and is currently being considered in the House. Publication of Notice – Operation Nightingale Oregon : The Oregon Medical Board has proposed a new rule to add “license denials” as a class of cases exempt from the 90-day timeline requirements.

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The Health Law Firm Blog

AUGUST 11, 2023

Board Certified by The Florida Bar in Health Law In late February 2023, multiple states began taking action against licensed practical nurses (LPNs) and registered nurses (RNs) because of the FBI's "Operation Nightingale." By George F. Indest III, J.D.,

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HIPAA Journal

AUGUST 16, 2023

On March 9, 2023, a ransom note was detected within its computer environment that had been placed there by an unauthorized individual. The forensic investigation confirmed that an unauthorized individual had access to its network between February 2, 2023, and March 9, 2023.

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HIPAA Journal

APRIL 25, 2024

On October 26, 2023, Advarra discovered suspicious activity in an employee’s user account. The forensic investigation confirmed it had been accessed by an unauthorized individual on October 25, 2023, who acquired a limited amount of data.

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Verisys

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

The proposed rules explain that participating physicians and pharmacists must have an active unrestricted license and a Collaborative Agreement. PA Nurse Licensure Compact Washington: As of July 24, 2023, nurses who hold an active, unencumbered license via the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) are able to practice in the state of Washington.

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HIPAA Journal

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

The incident was detected on November 9, 2023. Cybersecurity experts were engaged to assist with the investigation, which confirmed that unauthorized individuals accessed certain systems on or before September 27, 2023, and encrypted certain files. It is not clear from the notification letters when the intrusion occurred.

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HIPAA Journal

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

The exposed information included names, driver’s license numbers, and Social Security numbers. Due to the length of time taken to perform the document review, notification letters could not be sent until September 7, 2023. A review of the emails and documents in the accounts was completed on July 6, 2023.

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HIPAA Journal

MARCH 29, 2023

The attack was detected on January 29, 2023, when files were discovered to have been encrypted. A third-party computer forensics firm was engaged to assist with the investigation and determined that there was unauthorized access to files containing patient information from January 20, 2023.

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The Health Law Firm

MARCH 9, 2023

Board Certified by The Florida Bar in Health Law In late February 2023, multiple states began taking action against licensed practical nurses (LPNs) and registered nurses (RNs) because of the FBI's "Operation Nightingale." By George F. Indest III, J.D.,

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Verisys

DECEMBER 23, 2022

Alabama: Renewals for pharmacist licenses are active. Please ensure that the pharmacist license and controlled substance (if needed) permit are renewed and in your possession prior to January 1, 2023. AL BoP License Renewal . . License Verification Site. . License Verification Site. . California: .

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Compliancy Group

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

In one case, the dentist himself was involved, practicing on a revoked license. for Medicaid Fraud In March 2014, the Maryland Board of Dental Examiners received complaints against Seyed Hamid Tofigh, DDS, claiming the dentist posed a risk of harm, and suspended his license. As a result, his license was revoked in 2015.

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HIPAA Journal

AUGUST 2, 2023

The Chattanooga Heart Institute (CHI) in Tennessee has recently announced that it identified a cyberattack on its network on April 17, 2023. A third-party data review company was provided with the files on December 22, 2022, and provided the results of the analysis to SHS on May 16, 2023.

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Verisys

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

US Department of Justice Press Release California: State of Emergency and Executive Waivers Ending February 2023: Covid State of Emergency is set to end on February 28, 2023. Applications postmarked on or after February 1, 2023, will be mailed back to the applicant with any payment received.

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