Natalia Mazina

JULY 28, 2022

While this is not a new case, it serves as a good reminder that even a small healthcare provider is subject to potential monetary penalties under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA). Penalties for non-compliance have increased. ”.

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Compliancy Group

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Many industries have compliance rules and regulations to meet and follow, but few would argue that healthcare is one of the most stringent. Privacy and security – Compliance with HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) regulations to protect patient privacy and data security is crucial.

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Compliancy Group

MARCH 21, 2024

It’s challenging enough to stay on top of constantly changing compliance regulations in healthcare, including training. Instead of continuously working hard to maintain all these administrative and logistical functions, you can be more innovative by letting compliance training software do the heavy lifting.

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Total HIPAA

MAY 19, 2022

Insurance agents who handle protected health information (PHI) are required to comply with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). One way to ensure compliance is to undergo a HIPAA compliance audit. 104-191 Department of Health and Human Services.

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Compliancy Group

MARCH 28, 2023

According to the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Office for Civil Rights (OCR), in 2020, the requirements of HIPAA applied to at least 2.7 The good news is that HIPAA compliance is an excellent foundation upon which to begin SOC 2 HIPAA mapping. Find Out More!

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Total HIPAA

MAY 9, 2022

Insurance agents who handle protected health information (PHI) are required to comply with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). One important aspect of HIPAA compliance is ensuring that all staff members receive appropriate training on HIPAA regulations.

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MedTrainer

OCTOBER 16, 2023

This is the essence of corporate compliance in healthcare. Just as every piece of the puzzle must fit perfectly, every compliance element in healthcare needs precise integration to ensure seamless, ethical, and effective operations. Dive with us as we explore the complexities and necessities of compliance in the healthcare sector.

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HIPAA Journal

DECEMBER 30, 2022

The HIPAA definition of Covered Entities is generally explained as health plans, health care clearinghouses, and health care providers that conduct electronic transactions for which the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has developed standards. 2) A health care clearinghouse. (3)

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Healthcare IT Today

JANUARY 2, 2024

In the same step, the number of regulations governing the sector has grown in complexity, which stems from movements including the HIPAA Right of Access Initiative and fallout from the reversal of federally protected abortion access. Healthcare’s most valuable data is their patient or policyholder data.

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American Medical Compliance

JUNE 26, 2023

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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Compliancy Group

APRIL 11, 2022

In one of the largest breaches reported in 2022 so far, SuperCare Health suffered a hacking incident affecting 318,379 patients. However, it took SuperCare Health until February 2022 to discover the incident had potentially compromised that patient information. More details regarding the SuperCare Health hack are discussed below.

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Healthcare Compliance Blog

MARCH 30, 2022

The US Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Office for Civil Rights (OCR) has announced the resolution of three investigations and one matter related to compliance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) Privacy Rule. OCR Director Lisa J.

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American Medical Compliance

JUNE 24, 2023

A hospital security patient privacy breach has resulted in a hefty settlement of $240,000 under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). The breach involved numerous patients’ personal health information (PHI) and violated the HIPAA Privacy Rule, which mandates strict protection of patient data.

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Verisys

FEBRUARY 23, 2022

As government agencies and national regulatory organizations pass more regulations and the need for healthcare services grows, healthcare compliance officers (HCOs) are more important than ever. Accordingly, maintaining compliance has become a key focus for healthcare facilities. Training employees on compliance issues.

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Total HIPAA

SEPTEMBER 11, 2019

This post aims to answer all of your HIPAA compliance questions. If you’re just learning about HIPAA compliance, or beginning the process of becoming HIPAA compliant, this article will guide you through the initial steps you must take to adhere to the law. What is HIPAA Compliance?

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Med-Net Compliance

JULY 25, 2022

The Office for Civil Rights (OCR) at the US Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) announced the resolution of eleven investigations in its Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) Right of Access Initiative, bringing the total number of these enforcement actions to thirty-eight since the initiative began.

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Med-Net Compliance

SEPTEMBER 22, 2022

The US Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Office for Civil Rights (OCR) announced the resolution of three investigations concerning potential violations of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) Privacy Rule’s patient right of access provision.

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Compliancy Group

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Pharmacy Fraud and Kickback Scheme In early February 2024, the co-owner and the administrator of a New Jersey pharmacy admitted to defrauding insurance providers, including Medicare and Medicaid. Department of Health and Human Services, Office of Inspector General (HHS-OIG), said.

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C&M Health Law

JANUARY 20, 2023

This builds on the HIPAA Transactions Rule standards for financial and administrative transactions among health care providers and health plans and aligns with Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) interoperability regulations.

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Compliancy Group

MARCH 16, 2023

Wouldn’t you think a big company like Cerebral Health wouldn’t need help being HIPAA compliant? The telehealth startup specializing in mental health, says it inadvertently shared the sensitive information of over 3.1 Make Sure You’re HIPAA Compliant Breaches happen. Become HIPAA Compliant × Get HIPAA Compliant!

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The Health Law Firm

MARCH 31, 2016

Board Certified by The Florida Bar in Health Law On March 21, 2016, the Office for Civil Rights (OCR) of the US Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) launched a new round of audits to help ensure compliance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), especially its Privacy Rule and Security Rule.

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Med-Net Compliance

NOVEMBER 3, 2022

The Office for Civil Rights (OCR) at the US Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) produced a new video on recognized security practices for organizations covered under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) Rules.

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Verisys

JANUARY 19, 2022

Due to the complex nature of medical credentialing, it requires coordination between several disparate departments within an organization. According to recent surveys of major metropolitan hospitals , departments that typically share the responsibility for credentialing include: The Compliance Office. Human Resources.

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Healthcare Law Blog

JANUARY 26, 2024

On December 13, 2022, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (“CMS”) issued a proposed rule, titled Advancing Interoperability and Improving Prior Authorization Processes (“Proposed Rule”), to improve patient and provider access to health information and streamline processes related to prior authorizations for medical items and services.

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Hall Render

JUNE 30, 2023

Report: Amazon Pauses 50-State Virtual Care Service Expansion UnitedHealth acquires Amedisys for $3.3B after home health provider reneges on Option deal Will the doctor see you now? Maybe not amid the changing healthcare landscape in the US. Here’s why.

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Hall Render

MAY 3, 2022

On March 28, 2022, the Department of Health and Human Services (“HHS”) Office for Civil Rights (“OCR”) announced the resolution of two more complaints under its Right of Access Initiative. Dentist Agrees to $30,000 Settlement for Failure to Provide Entire Copy of Designated Record Set.

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Health Populi

AUGUST 19, 2019

Data security breaches, access challenges, and privacy leakages plague the current state of Americans’ personal health information (PHI). The Scorecard was developed to gauge the progress (and lack thereof) of patient information access afforded by peoples’ health care providers. What did Ciitizen learn from this process?

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Hall Render

DECEMBER 29, 2023

NATIONAL 4 largest healthcare data breaches of 2023 Anesthesia practices sue CMS over reimbursement method Antitrust enforcements hit a high in 2022, with health deals impacted ASCs face leadership exodus CMS floats appeals process over observational stays CMS proposes additional Medicare appeals processes FTC eyes healthcare mergers, report shows (..)

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Hall Render

MARCH 22, 2024

NATIONAL 79 percent have positive outlook for senior living and care: NIC 12 key legal issues impacting health systems AHA: 94% of hospitals financially impacted by Change Healthcare’s cyberattack A conversation about the HHS plan on AI in health care A new kind of hospital is coming to rural America.

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Hall Render

AUGUST 11, 2023

NATIONAL 7 new ASCs in the South in 1 month 6 Congressional moves could impact ASCs this year 5 recent moves from The Joint Commission 90% of healthcare organizations look to adopt digital health platforms A cyberattack has disrupted hospitals and health care in 5 states AHA: Site-Neutral Payment Policies Hurt Hospitals AHA Voices Concern Re: FY 2024 (..)

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Hall Render

JULY 21, 2023

Vincent’s nurse, physician communication among top in Alabama UAB Hospital receives millions in state funds to expand ED 988 one year later: More needed to expand mental health in Alabama communities of color Alabama lawmakers hear from Pickens County on effort to re-open medical center ALASKA City OKs $8.1M Million St. Million St.

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