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How HHS-OIG, Regulators Enforce Vendor Compliance

Provider Trust

What the HHS-OIG says about vendor compliance. If the answer is yes, then the best mechanism for limiting CMP liability is to screen all persons that perform under that contract or that are in that job category. 515,400) World Class Technology Corporation ($43,200) HyperBranch Medical Technology, Inc. Case Study: Joseph C.

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The Cobra Effect & Enforcing Compliance Standards

AIHC

Lessons Learned about Consequences & Incentives Submitted by the AIHC Education Department Introduction The Office of Inspector General has released the new General Compliance Program Guidance or “GCPG” in late 2023. This plan, whatever it was set up the perverse incentives by not looking at critical elements to ensure compliance.

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The Cobra Effect & Enforcing Compliance Standards

AIHC

Lessons Learned about Consequences & Incentives Submitted by the AIHC Education Department Introduction The Office of Inspector General has released the new General Compliance Program Guidance or “GCPG” in late 2023. This plan, whatever it was set up the perverse incentives by not looking at critical elements to ensure compliance.

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Complexities of Covered Entities and Business Associates 

YouCompli

This article considers the government’s increasing interest in patient rights in relationship to covered entities or business associates and what proactive compliance officers can do to fulfill those obligations through effective monitoring. Definitions and policies from the covered entities vary. The variables are in the details.

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What are the Penalties for HIPAA Violations?

HIPAA Journal

OCR prefers to resolve HIPAA violations using non-punitive measures, such as voluntary compliance or issuing technical guidance to help covered entities address areas of non-compliance. Each category of violation carries a separate HIPAA penalty. OCR appreciates this and has the discretion to waive a financial penalty.

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Skilled Nursing Transactions Update: CMS Enhances Scrutiny of Changes of Ownership for Skilled Nursing Facilities

Hall Render

Skilled Nursing Facility Change in Ownership Screening Category Change. SNFs are currently in the “limited-risk” screening category under 42 CFR § 424.518. SNFs that are initially enrolling or undergoing a change in ownership fall within the “high” screening category under 42 CFR § 424.518. New Definitions.

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A quick regulatory guide to telehealth services in Japan

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

Under this definition, a software to be used for the following purposes is excluded from SaMD: patient education; in-hospital operating support or maintenance; or personal health or exercise check and management by patients/users. engaging a qualified general compliance manager for marketing).

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