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Aetna Provider Enrollment: What To Expect

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Benefits of Enrolling Your Providers With Aetna Here are some key advantages of your organization enrolling providers with Aetna: Broad revenue opportunities: Aetna is the 6th-largest health insurer in the U.S. and offers your providers access to ~22 million medical insurance members.

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700,000 Highly Sensitive School Records Exposed Online

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The vulnerability was immediately addressed; however, the forensic investigation revealed hackers had exploited the vulnerability on May 28, 2023, and downloaded files from the system.

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COVID-19 Vaccination Statuses of 500,000 VA Employees have been Impermissibly Disclosed

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In some cases, Social Security numbers, driver’s license numbers, or financial account information, were also exposed. Salud Family Health said impacted employees and patients have been offered free credit monitoring and identity fraud protection services.

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Managing Healthcare Compliance in Mississippi

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Mississippi Healthcare Compliance Resources Let’s start with the important state government agencies you’ll need to work with: The Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH) is dedicated to protecting and improving the health of its residents through various public health services, health education programs, and regulatory initiatives.

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Who Is Responsible For Compliance In Healthcare?

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Licensing and credentialing were introduced to regulate healthcare professionals and ensure minimum standards of care. Clinical & Administrative Departments Adheres to regulations and guidelines within their specific licensing boards and department policies and procedures. Automated escalation speeds up resolution.

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What is Required for Home Health Aide Training? 

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And like any healthcare professional, HHAs must adhere to the compliance standards that govern quality care. The Bureau of Labor Statistics defines a home health aide as a professional who “monitors the condition of people with disabilities or chronic illnesses and helps them with daily living activities.”

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The Most Common HIPAA Violations You Should Avoid

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Prior to providing copies of patient health records, healthcare employees must verify the identity of the patient or the person collecting the records and must ensure records are only released to an individual authorized to receive them. Downloading PHI onto Unauthorized Devices. Are HIPAA violations common?

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