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New York Law Firm Pays $200,000 to State AG to Resolve HIPAA Violations

HIPAA Journal

A New York law firm that suffered a LockBit ransomware attack has agreed to pay a financial penalty of $200,000 to the New York Attorney General to resolve alleged violations of New York General Business Law and the Privacy and Security Rules of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).

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Marketing, Telemarketing, Compliance & Healthcare

AIHC

What compliance issues need to be considered when drafting a marketing strategy? Let’s take a closer look at potential compliance risks. As a reminder, telemarketing in healthcare must follow strict privacy regulations, such as the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), Public Law 104-191 in the United States.

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Introduction to Telebehavioral Health

AIHC

Compliance Considerations for Best Outcomes Written in collaboration with the AIHC Volunteer Education Committee Delivering mental health services via telehealth has increased since the COVID-19 pandemic. Not all forms of technology are recognized as services which can be reimbursed by health insurance.

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Benefits of Risk Management in Healthcare

Compliancy Group

Financial Stability When risks go unmanaged, they often lead to costly lawsuits or malpractice claims against healthcare providers. Compliancy Group Helps with Risk Management Strategies in Healthcare Compliancy Group is a leading compliance solution provider that assists healthcare organizations in effectively managing risks.

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Can Your Hospital Afford Not to Outsource Credentialing?

Verisys

According to recent surveys of major metropolitan hospitals , departments that typically share the responsibility for credentialing include: The Compliance Office. Checks credentialing for Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) compliance. Human Resources. Medical Staffing Services.

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8 Common Clinical Documentation Mistakes

Compliancy Group

Clinical documentation mistakes can lead to declining patient care and a lack of compliance within your practice. It can also prevent you from being adequately reimbursed for services rendered and increase the potential for medical malpractice claims. Become HIPAA Compliant × Get HIPAA Compliant! Find Out More!

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Is the Violation Right of Access or Information Blocking? Part 1 of 2

AIHC

an AIHC member and Volunteer on the CEU Education Committee The right of access and information blocking are both related to the access and exchange of health information, but they are different in several key ways. HIPAA Privacy/Security and Compliance Officers and Health Information Management professionals need to know the difference.

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