Pharmacy Law Blog

MARCH 8, 2018

On December 6, 2017, three nurse practitioners and a doctor were arrested following an Alabama federal grand jury indictment accusing them of operating a “pill mill.” Additional arrests of co-conspirators, including other doctors and health providers, are forthcoming, according to the DEA. By George F. Indest III, J.D., Narea, Nicole.

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Verisys

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

Best Practices for Healthcare License Monitoring Did you know that for every 1,000 licensed healthcare practitioners there will typically be 20 with inactive licenses, 10 with a suspended license, and another six practitioners with either a restricted or revoked license, or on probation?

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Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

MAY 13, 2021

"In addition, we have an estimated 900,000 snowbirds who winter in Arizona, many of whom lose contact with their doctors back home. "I’m concerned about tracking practitioners’ competencies and, potentially, impaired physician performance now that interstate medical licensing is in place," he said.

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Kaiser Health News

JUNE 23, 2023

Wade , many physicians and hospitals in the states that have restricted abortion reportedly are refusing to end the pregnancies of women facing health-threatening complications out of fear they might face criminal prosecution or loss of their medical license. “But most rational people would be more afraid of going to jail.”

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Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

SEPTEMBER 13, 2021

licensed, board-certified intensivists who were trained in the United States and have practice experience there. "There are patients dying in the hospital every day of COVID-19, and every day we see more reports saying we need more ICU doctors," Panuccio said. " HHS did not respond to requests for comment on the lawsuit.

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MedTrainer

APRIL 14, 2022

It is then up to the administrator to follow-up with the provided contacts to get confirmation of the applicant’s work history. . Primary source verification is the process of verifying that the credentials of a healthcare provider are legitimate by directly contacting the primary source that issued the credential. Past Work History.

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Jane Sarashon

JULY 20, 2023

” While Barbie was a first responder of many types — police officer, firefighter, member of the armed forces, lifeguard — in fact, Barbie did not become a doctor until 1973. In the early vintage era in Barbie’s world, the doctor role (and outfit) went to Ken around 1963. Air Force, Army, Marines, Navy.

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Medisys Compliance

JULY 10, 2023

AJ Modifier – Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) The AJ modifier is used to identify services provided by a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). HP Modifier – Psychologist or Doctorate Level (PsyD or Ph.D.) AH Modifier – Doctorate Level or Clinical Psychologist (Ph.D. or PsyD) in clinical psychology.

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HIT Consultant

NOVEMBER 29, 2022

. – Amid a growing pediatric-care crisis that has caused an overflow in emergency rooms and doctor’s offices across the country, Summer Health aims to help relieve the overwhelming burden and be the first point of contact for parents assessing which illnesses are truly urgent. .

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Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

SEPTEMBER 9, 2020

A frequently discussed consequence of the COVID-19 crisis is the uptick in reliance on telehealth, with both patients and clinicians pivoting quickly to virtual care in order to minimize in-person contact. "On the doctor side, they're also finding it very convenient." "It's a different legal arrangement."

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Bill of Health

APRIL 12, 2022

Stored results (labs, prescriptions, social contacts, transactions). The agent can be informal, such as a spouse or caregiver, or legally bound as a fiduciary, such as a doctor. Either way, the ability to freely choose one’s partner or licensed fiduciary is a core human right.

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Verisys

DECEMBER 5, 2023

For the medical staff services team at a hospital to properly verify a healthcare practitioner’s credentials, dozens of primary sources must be contacted directly, and those primary source organizations must then verify the credentials of the practitioner in question. State licensing boards verify practitioner license type and status.

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Healthcare IT Today

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

About Dr. Lea McMahon With over 20 years of clinical experience, Dr. Lea McMahon LPC, EdD is a Licensed Professional Counselor and a recognized leader in human psychology and addiction science. Read more from Dr. McMahon on Symetria’s Ask Our Doctors addiction treatment blog. Standard messaging and data rates apply.

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MedTrainer

AUGUST 2, 2023

The requirements for CE vary depending on the profession and may be mandated by licensing boards or professional organizations. Many states require a specific number of CMEs annually and most hospitals require a specified number of credits for doctors to remain credentialed to see patients. Search by state and license type.

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Bill of Health

MARCH 1, 2022

Doctoral students in science and engineering focus during their thesis work on the process of discovering novel therapeutics, molecules, or platforms with the end goal of publishing these findings in journals. Why do we need additional training in intellectual property? What might an IP education for graduate students look like?

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Medisys Compliance

APRIL 11, 2024

You need to possess a master’s or doctorate degree qualifying for licensure or certification as an MFT or MHC in your state. Additionally, you must be actively licensed or certified within your state. Eligibility and Covered Services To directly bill Medicare, you must meet specific eligibility criteria.

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Jackson Lewis

DECEMBER 15, 2021

The doctor sued the hospital, alleging race, religion, and national origin discrimination under Title VII. Applying a multi-factor “hybrid test” to determine if the doctor was an employee of the hospital, the court noted the doctor “was a highly skilled, experienced, board-certified orthopedic surgeon who was licensed in eleven states.”

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HIPAA Journal

MARCH 28, 2024

The attacker was discovered to have accessed patient data, including names, medical record numbers, dates of birth, and clinical information such as allergies, diagnoses, medications, and doctors’ notes. The hospital has confirmed that it no longer uses the vendor or subcontractor in connection with patient data.

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Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

JUNE 3, 2020

" To prepare for the shift, Kvedar has been urging clinicians to consider how much of their work has to require physical contact. "During the crisis, many states have created ways for out-of-state providers to get a license in that state," he explained. How do you knit these two care models together?"

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Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

MAY 27, 2020

According to UPIC CEO Mary Tucker, the company uses the Mend platform to connect qualifying clients with certified health coaches, nutritionists, licensed naturopathic doctors and clinical psychologists at no cost. WHY IT MATTERS. Clients who report as below a five on the emotional scale are routed directly to a clinical psychologist.

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Pharmacy Law Blog

FEBRUARY 20, 2018

The bill would assist optometrists who were licensed before July 1993 and, therefore, were not required to be “certified.”. Certified vs. Licensed. However, licensed optometrists who aren’t certified cannot prescribe those drugs. However, licensed optometrists who aren’t certified cannot prescribe those drugs.

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YouCompli

JANUARY 4, 2022

Interstate licensing for telehealth. Hughes said his advice on interstate licensing for telehealth has evolved as states rescinded their waivers. “As This might mean that they need a license in the states where the patients are located.” Resource constraints and bright lines. Read a summary of all the sessions.

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HIT Consultant

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022

Distracted Doctors. And while virtual visits are not the solution for every patient, it’s a solution for many, as providers and patients utilize the available technology to make the pathway for patient-provider contact easier. I compare the application of technology in medicine to distracted drivers and their cell phones.

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Verisys

FEBRUARY 24, 2023

At the emergency room, the doctors begin a series of tests to discover what’s wrong with her knee. It will take months for her to recover, and as she does, Sue will visit multiple clinics and doctors. Information about practitioners’ licenses, including convictions and sanctions, are now common and important elements of provider data.

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Verisys

FEBRUARY 24, 2023

At the emergency room, the doctors begin a series of tests to discover what’s wrong with her knee. It will take months for her to recover, and as she does, Sue will visit multiple clinics and doctors. Information about practitioners’ licenses, including convictions and sanctions, are now common and important elements of provider data.

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Fraud Doctors Governance Licensing 52

Verisys

MARCH 1, 2022

For the medical staff services team at a hospital to properly verify a healthcare practitioner’s credentials, dozens of primary sources must be contacted directly, and those primary source organizations must then verify the credentials of the practitioner in question. State licensing boards verify practitioner license type and status.

Governance 52

Governance Licensing Malpractice Medicaid 52

HIT Consultant

OCTOBER 6, 2021

But there is rarely adequate time for discussion about possible barriers to carrying out these care recommendations or who to contact if there is confusion or a problem. At the doctor’s office, the patient receives a prescription with instructions to take two pills twice a day with water and not to eat tomatoes with that prescription.

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Florida Health Care Law Firm

MAY 19, 2022

Too often, the result is that good doctors are caught up in legal battles that threaten their ability to treat patients because of medical malpractice claims. Everyone wants proper and appropriate medical care that is easily accessible for all Americans, but not every medical intervention is bound to be successful in achieving its purpose.

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Healthcare IT Today

SEPTEMBER 2, 2023

The robot can follow a doctor or nurse around a facility, but it can also get where it needs to go on its own. AI, chat, and voice technology can help to provide personalized conversations and simulate human contact. Read more… The Lonely Epidemic: Social Isolation and Technology.

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Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

APRIL 26, 2021

We configured our electronic health record to guide the most up-to-date, evidence-based medical care for COVID-19, so that nurses and doctors were guided in providing care." "We immediately stood up new analytics to measure the prevalence of the virus in our community and among our patients.

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MedTrainer

OCTOBER 23, 2023

They are responsible for collecting documentation and verifying the qualifications, licenses, and certifications of healthcare providers. This verification ensures that all providers, from doctors to therapists, meet stringent standards set by medical boards, hospitals, and other healthcare institutions.

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Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

OCTOBER 4, 2021

With this in mind, in working with its doctors, it noticed that patients' mental health issues increasingly were negatively impacting their health status. " For example, someone with depression and diabetes may be less likely to eat healthily, take their insulin and visit the doctor to manage their diabetes. THE PROBLEM.

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Medisys Compliance

FEBRUARY 7, 2022

Medicare Part B covers an AWV if performed by a: Physician (a Doctor of Medicine or Osteopathy). Medical professional (including a health educator, registered dietitian, nutrition professional, or other licensed practitioner), or a team of medical professionals directly supervised by a physician.

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Medisys Compliance

JUNE 10, 2022

Medicare covers limited chiropractic services when performed by a chiropractor who is licensed or legally authorized to furnish chiropractic services by the State or jurisdiction in which the services are furnished. To know more about our chiropractic billing services, contact us info@medisysdata.com/ 302-261-9187. All Rights Reserved.

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American Medical Compliance

FEBRUARY 26, 2023

However, it is important that HCIRs maintain a separate role from physicians, especially in terms of patient contact within the operating room. Additionally, representatives must not maintain the appearance of a physician, since they are not medically licensed doctors.

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Informed Consent Compliance Licensing Hospitals 52

HIT Consultant

MARCH 9, 2023

The ability to monitor heart rate and blood oxygen levels enables users to identify changes and abnormalities in their vitals, which can serve as an early warning of possible panic attacks or can help determine when a visit to the doctor is needed. Kansas is another state with stringent requirements.

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HIPAA Journal

DECEMBER 23, 2022

The compromised data included names, contact IDs, and information provided during health assessments. The databases contained extensive patient information, such as contact information, health insurance information, medical record numbers, Social Security numbers, driver’s license numbers, and medical information.

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