Healthcare IT Today

DECEMBER 24, 2024

This can result in situations where you are trying to do something new that will be a great benefit to your organization, staff, and/or patients, but it’s extremely complicated to near impossible to do it while maintaining your compliance with current regulations. Or the complete opposite can happen to you.

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Healthcare IT Today

DECEMBER 11, 2024

The following is a guest article by Tim Armstrong, Head of Product Management at Retarus Throughout the healthcare industrys digital transformation revolution, fax servers have remained a staple due to their reliability, interoperability, and regulatory necessity. The high costs of maintaining on-premises fax servers, averaging $6.9

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Healthcare IT Today

APRIL 10, 2025

The following is a guest article by Jay Trinckes , Data Protection Officer/CISO at Thoropass The healthcare industry faces a critical cybersecurity challenge. This enforcement gap highlights a harsh reality IT teams cannot rely solely on external audits to ensure regulatory compliance and data security.

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MRO Compliance

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

This article is the first in a three-part series designed to inform payers about technology options for efficient sharing of members data. View Full Article However, these arent the only clinical data exchange functions payers should know. Payers have options, and the first step is to be informed.

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YouCompli

APRIL 16, 2025

Compliance experts weigh in with ideas and advice to ensure you cover all angles in documenting healthcare compliance training at your organization. Keep reading to learn the underestimated value of paying attention to compliance training documentation. Then they start digging. Good luck avoiding findings now, champ.

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Compliancy Group

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

The Office of Inspector General (OIG) released an updated Nursing Facility Industry Compliance Program Guidance (ICPG) in November 2024 to assist nursing facilities in navigating the complex regulatory landscape and mitigating compliance risks.

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Healthcare IT Today

APRIL 16, 2025

Contact us here with a link to the open position and we’ll be happy to feature it in next week’s article at no charge! Do you have an open health IT position that you are looking to fill? Note: These jobs are listed byHealthcare IT Today as a free service to the community.

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MRO Compliance

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

View Full Article  Plus, there’s a complex maze of national and state laws which govern when and how healthcare data can and should be shared. Healthcare IT Today’s John Lynn dove into the topic at the AHIMA 2024 National Conference with MRO Chief Product Officer, Mo Weitnauer.

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MRO Compliance

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

View Full Article Each panelist automated their ROI processes to enable tasks such as electronic request validation, record retrieval, and delivery, leading to measurable benefits for their organizations and HIM teams.

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Hall Render

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

As such, providers should prioritize billing compliance. Practical Takeaways Ensure billing practices align with compliance standards : Physicians, particularly in addiction treatment, should prioritize compliance by verifying that all billing accurately reflects services rendered.

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Healthcare IT Today

JULY 15, 2024

The following is a guest article by Heather Randall, PhD, Chief Compliance Officer at TrustCommerce Regardless of whether the information is clinical, financial, or demographic, patients are increasingly worried about the possibility that their personal data could be compromised.

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AIHC

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

This article addresses how these privacy rights extend beyond rules designated under HIPAA and States passing rules banning unauthorized pelvic exams. These revisions resulted from recent articles, media reports, and concerns from nurses, some physicians, and medical students opposing these exams. [3],[4]

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Healthcare IT Today

DECEMBER 13, 2023

The following is a guest article by Dotty Bollinger, JD, Healthcare Compliance Consultant, Compliancy Group The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Office for Civil Rights (OCR) reached a settlement with Doctors’ Management Services after the healthcare vendor succumbed to a ransomware attack.

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American Medical Compliance

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

According to a National Institutes of Health article , there are 34.1 When injury reports are inconsistent or missing altogether, it raises concerns of negligence or a lack of accountability. Potential Legal Consequences Regulatory bodies, such as OSHA, require strict compliance with proper injury reporting standards.

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Electronic Health Reporter

OCTOBER 23, 2024

This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited.

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HIT Consultant

APRIL 28, 2025

These amendments stress the need for network segmentation, real-time surveillance, and effective compliance with legislation to provide comprehensive coverage of defense gaps in information technology (IT) healthcare systems. This article looks at the main changes, the importance of segmentation, and how to meet the new requirements of HIPAA.

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Hall Render

MARCH 4, 2025

Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) issued new Industry Segment-Specific Compliance Program Guidance For Nursing Facilities (Nursing Facility ICPG) for nursing home members of the health care compliance community. Medical Directors in Nursing Homes 42 CFR 483.70(g) See 42 C.F.R. See 42 C.F.R.

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Healthcare IT Today

DECEMBER 10, 2024

All hosts will ensure strict security protocols, but compliance standards vary, and its up to the vendor to maintain tight configurations and standards of their own. Does your vendor maintain proper certification and compliance? Compliance is important, but healthcare leaders cant stop there.

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Healthcare IT Today

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

The following is a guest article by Boris Dzhingarov. This information must be protected to avoid any legal implications and ensure compliance with privacy regulatory laws, like the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). Let’s discuss the topic in detail. What is HIPAA? healthcare legislation.

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Bill of Health

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

This development paves the way for stricter GDPR enforcement actions, shapes compliance expectations, and influences how AI systems handle personal data responsibly. AI models are rarely anonymous by default, requiring ongoing testing and monitoring to ensure privacy and compliance. Can Legitimate Interest Justify AI Data Processing?

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Hall Render

APRIL 28, 2025

The Disclosure of Material Transactions Law (Article 45-A of the Public Health Law), which took effect August 1, 2023, introduced new pre-closing reporting obligations for health care entities. For health care entities operating in the state, proactive compliance is now essential.

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Hall Render

JANUARY 29, 2025

CMS reminds surveyors to identify when a hospice providers non-compliance with the Medicare Conditions of Participation (CoPs) puts the health and well-being of patients at risk and could indicate the need for a fraud referral to CMS. Hospice providers must stay informed about their states regulations and ensure compliance.

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Healthcare IT Today

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

The following is a guest article by Gurpreet (G.P.) Interoperability Gaps & Regulatory Compliance New initiatives like TEFCA, FHIR adoption, and evolving payer-provider data exchange mandates are pushing healthcare systems toward more open and interoperable ecosystems. Singh, VP Interoperability Solutions at ELLKAY.

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Bill of Health

MARCH 13, 2025

Thus, once that data indicated inefficacy, the EPO concluded the claimed invention lacked the required plausibility under Article 83 EPC (i.e., That would help preserve the integrity of the absolute novelty rule while protecting compliance. an invention must be backed by credible evidence that it works as claimed).

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Healthcare IT Today

APRIL 14, 2025

The following is a guest article by Ruston Miles, Founder of Bluefin In todays healthcare landscape, data security is a critical priority. Both approaches have their merits, but P2PE’s advantages may make it the better choice for healthcare organizations aiming to enhance security and compliance. What is E2EE? What is P2PE?

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Bill of Health

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

This symposiums commentaries provide a deep dive into the following topics: Marcelo Corrales Compagnucci argues that European regulators, through the EDPB s Opinion 28/2024 , are reinforcing stricter GDPR compliance for AI systems, emphasizing anonymization challenges, limits of legitimate interest, and risks of unlawfully processed data.

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Healthcare IT Today

JANUARY 30, 2025

The following is a guest article by Mike Garzone, Security Compliance Practice Leader at Impact Advisors , and Marc Johnson, Director, Security Compliance Practice at Impact Advisors Experiencing a disruption is no longer a matter of if in healthcare delivery it is a matter of when.

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Medisys Compliance

MARCH 21, 2025

Accurately understanding physical therapy billing units is crucial for healthcare providers to ensure proper reimbursement and compliance. In this article, well break down physical therapy billing units, explain the 8-minute rule, and highlight best practices to simplify your billing process What Are Physical Therapy Billing Units?

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Healthcare IT Today

JANUARY 31, 2025

The following is a guest article by Amol Dalvi, VP of Product at Nerdio Healthcare stands at a critical juncture, grappling with the complexities of technological advancement, escalating cyber threats, and increasing demands on its IT infrastructure. Hyperautomation also delivers increased scalability and agility.

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Healthcare IT Today

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

The following is a guest article by Richard Caralli , Senior Cybersecurity Advisor at Axio Cybersecurity regulations often emerge in response to major incidents. The proposed changes aim to modernize regulations and impose stricter compliance measures to address the growing cybersecurity challenges.

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Healthcare IT Today

NOVEMBER 2, 2024

Each week, we’ll be providing a look back at the articles we posted and why they’re important to the healthcare IT community. Read more… AI’s Place in Physician Compensation and Contract Compliance. Welcome to our Healthcare IT Today Weekly Roundup. NextGen Maintains Its Focus on Steady Improvements and AI.

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Healthcare IT Today

APRIL 11, 2024

The following is a guest article by Jon Stewart, Co-Founder and President at ZenSource Historically, the terms “patient data,” “open-source,” and “healthcare CMS” might have seemed incongruous. Regularly review and update your security policies and procedures to ensure compliance with applicable regulations and standards.

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Healthcare IT Today

DECEMBER 4, 2024

The following is a guest article by Karie Bostwick, VP of People and Compliance at Revenue Enterprises The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has announced that it wants to ban the inclusion of medical debt data in credit reports to lessen the negative impact of medical debt on credit scores and improve financial outcomes for consumers.

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Medisys Compliance

APRIL 8, 2025

Given the complexities of psychiatric billing, which involves specialized CPT codes, insurance policies, and evolving compliance requirements, providers often struggle with claim denials, delayed payments, and administrative burdens. Compliance and Documentation Management: Adhering to HIPAA and payer-specific billing policies.

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Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

JUNE 9, 2022

Although not intended to be a comprehensive guide, this article will highlight the regulatory issues that non-physician service providers need to be aware of as they seek to provide telehealth services in Japan. engaging a qualified general compliance manager for marketing). License and approval. 145 of 1960, as amended) (PMD Act).

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Healthcare IT Today

NOVEMBER 29, 2024

The following is a guest article by Andy Flanagan , CEO at Iris Telehealth The U.S. Privacy considerations extend beyond standard HIPAA compliance. behavioral health system faces unprecedented strain as patient demand continues to outpace provider availability.

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Healthcare IT Today

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Bill Murphy, Director of Security & Compliance at LeanTaaS Hospitals and health systems store vast amounts of sensitive data, and data security breaches have far-reaching consequences. And thank you to all of you for taking the time out of your day to read this article! We could not do this without all of your support.

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