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Benefits of Risk Management in Healthcare

Compliancy Group

By adopting proactive measures and implementing robust protocols, hospitals and clinics can significantly reduce adverse events and ensure patient safety remains at the forefront of every decision made. Financial Stability When risks go unmanaged, they often lead to costly lawsuits or malpractice claims against healthcare providers.

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Can Your Hospital Afford Not to Outsource Credentialing?

Verisys

Checks credentialing for Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) compliance. In addition, there can be other indirect costs, such as rising malpractice insurance costs and associated fiscal penalties. Human Resources. Verifies criminal background checks and education credentials.

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An academic's perspective on DTC telehealth services: Buyer beware

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

During a medical event, the person may not have the time or be well enough to look at the information in advance. The number of people in health insurance with high deductibles is increasing, and they may prefer consumer-facing telehealth due to the lower cost. One is malpractice lawsuits.

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Marketing, Telemarketing, Compliance & Healthcare

AIHC

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. Go out and attend those events, whether it is charity or a meet and greet in your town.

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Why Is Credentialing Management Software Important?

MedTrainer

Thoroughly reviewing and verifying credentials helps organizations identify any gaps or issues that may pose risks to patient safety, such as expired licenses or malpractice claims. Fines, medical malpractice claims, and patient harm are concerns if credentialing isn’t properly managed. Risk Mitigation.

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Health Provider News

Hall Render

with more than 5 Magnet designations Four more years: Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Wellstar re-up contract Hospital fails to dodge $10M malpractice verdict after attempting to pin payment on radiologist New survey reveals insight into Georgia’s maternal health crisis New chief medical officer hired for St.

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Health Provider News

Hall Render

Tammany Health System create new residency program CHRISTUS nationally recognized for high-quality heart care Behind Ochsner LSU Health’s multimillion-dollar tech upgrades MAINE Millinocket hospital schedules renovation after $3.5M medical school to revamp philanthropic efforts Sage Health opening 3 central Md.