MedTrainer

JANUARY 10, 2024

Download a toolkit with everything you need to know about USP <800> compliance. Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) requires nursing homes and ambulatory surgery centers (ASCs) to have an individual who is qualified by experience and training to serve as an infection control preventionist.

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MedTrainer

MAY 21, 2024

The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) defines behavioral health as the emotions and behaviors that affect your overall well-being. It generally refers to mental health and substance use disorders, life stressors and crises , and stress-related physical symptoms.

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Verisys

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

CMS.gov The Administrative Simplification provisions of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) required the creation of a standard, unique health identifier for healthcare providers, which the NPI satisfies. While health plans may use other numbers internally, the NPI is mandatory for HIPAA transactions.

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AIHC

APRIL 10, 2024

HITECH is a critical aspect of the Health Insurance Portability & Accountability Act (HIPAA). Since 2009, HITECH has given “teeth” to HIPAA law. What’s the difference between HIPAA and HITECH? HIPAA guarantees patients access to their paper medical records. Understanding HIPAA is crucial.

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MedTrainer

MAY 16, 2024

Download the Ultimate List of Training Requirements for Ambulatory Surgery Centers to see a full list of federal and accreditation training requirements for ASC staff broken down by role, with the applicable standard, CMS violation category, and frequency. Staff should review the requirements for their specific state to remain in compliance.

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HIPAA Journal

JANUARY 31, 2024

Report: Security Breaches in Healthcare (Direct Download PDF, 1.9MB, 16 pages) An unwanted record was set in 2023 with 725 large security breaches in healthcare reported to the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Office for Civil Rights (OCR), beating the record of 720 healthcare security breaches set the previous year.

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MedTrainer

MAY 20, 2024

Download the Ultimate List of Training Requirements for FQHCs (CHCs) to see a full list of federal training requirements broken down by role, with the applicable standard and frequency. Staff should review the requirements for their specific state to remain in compliance.

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MedTrainer

APRIL 11, 2024

Download Now Culture of Collaboration Developing a culture of compliance within healthcare extends beyond meeting legal obligations; it is a cornerstone for delivering safe, ethical, and top-tier care. Get tips and tricks for effective compliance training.

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AIHC

APRIL 10, 2024

HITECH is a critical aspect of the Health Insurance Portability & Accountability Act (HIPAA). Since 2009, HITECH has given “teeth” to HIPAA law. What’s the difference between HIPAA and HITECH? HIPAA guarantees patients access to their paper medical records. Understanding HIPAA is crucial.

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MedTrainer

JANUARY 30, 2024

The professionals who manage compliance are the front lines of preventing medical errors, deterring fraud, and staying in good standing with federal payers like the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Download Now The post Healthcare Compliance Certification Is Within Your Reach appeared first on MedTrainer.

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MedTrainer

JULY 28, 2023

Earlier this year, an in-depth OIG investigation resulted in a six-day trial of a former Louisiana health clinic CEO , who was ultimately convicted of Medicaid fraud and sentenced to 82 months in federal prison. Download “Compliance Reports You Can’t Live Without” for OIG reporting templates and tips. What Prompts an OIG Inspection?

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MedTrainer

MAY 4, 2023

For example, in your rush to move appointments online, did you adopt telehealth technology that will no longer be compliant when all HIPAA Rules are enforced? CMS Burden Reduction Final Rule (84 FR 51732) The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) permanently extended changes made to the Burden Reduction Final Rule.

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HIPAA Journal

MARCH 10, 2022

The malware was detected on or around August 9, 2021, with the investigation confirming the malware was downloaded onto its systems on July 27, 2021. The post 6 Healthcare Providers and Business Associates Report Hacks and Ransomware Attacks appeared first on HIPAA Journal. Dr. Douglas C.

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AIHC

APRIL 25, 2022

Written by: Joanne Byron , BS, LPN, CCA, CHA, CHCO, CHBS, CHCM, CIFHA, CMDP, COCAS, CORCM, OHCC, ICDCT-CM/PCS This article addresses how to track telehealth policies while addressing HIPAA compliance and mobile device management as the United States enters into a post-pandemic era. o If so, where and for how long should the data be stored? ?

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AIHC

NOVEMBER 3, 2021

To obtain more information about mitigating the risk of a HIPAA violation, please consult with legal counsel or a HIPAA Security Consultant. A brief list of the HIPAA Security Safeguards: Access control (technical safeguard ) is a technique that prevents or limits access to an electronic resource.

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MedTrainer

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

Download Now What Does a Credentialing Expert Do in Healthcare? Credentialers also manage payer enrollment, ensuring a provider’s organization can be reimbursed by insurance companies and government agencies (Medicare and Medicaid) for care patients receive. Look for these 10 attributes in a credentialing specialist.

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MedTrainer

MARCH 28, 2024

Download Now Ready to learn more about all-in-one compliance software? Law by law, regulations were added, increasing the complexity of maintaining compliance for healthcare organizations. Admins: Create multiple report templates to collect the information you need to handle incidents and gather data to identify trends quickly.

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MedTrainer

APRIL 22, 2024

The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid imply that a compliance committee is in place and participates in reporting to the governing board. Download Now Implement Technology To Simplify Compliance There are many ways that software can aid the compliance committee in upholding high compliance standards.

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MedTrainer

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

Download Now Governing Bodies That Require Healthcare Compliance Frameworks Sticking with the college program analogy, let’s lay out some of the “classes,” or governing bodies, required to earn your “degree” in compliance. Get everything you need to know about the 9 compliance reports you can't live without.

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Verisys

FEBRUARY 1, 2022

CMS.gov’s Administrative Simplification provisions of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 ( HIPAA ) mandated the adoption of a standard, unique health identifier for each healthcare provider. The NPI fulfills this provision. Why Are NPI Numbers Necessary? Providers also need an NPI prior to enrolling in Medicare.

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HIPAA Journal

JANUARY 2, 2023

The settlements pursued by the Department of Health and Human Services’ Office for Civil Rights (OCR) are for egregious violations of HIPAA Rules. Settlements are also pursued to highlight common HIPAA violations to raise awareness of the need to comply with specific aspects of HIPAA Rules. Are Data Breaches HIPAA Violations?

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Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

MAY 6, 2020

In 2019, Fitbit unveiled a more data-driven personal health subscription service for consumers that, among other features, generates personal reports that a user can download and share with their physician, nutritionist or personal trainer.

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