HIPAA Journal

SEPTEMBER 8, 2022

Notification letters were sent to affected individuals in August and information was provided on the steps that individuals can take to reduce the risk of identity theft and fraud, but it would appear that credit monitoring and identity theft protection services are not being offered. Gateway Diagnostic Imaging and Radiology Ltd.

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MedTrainer

AUGUST 31, 2023

Healthcare compliance refers to the process of adhering to the laws, regulations, and ethical standards that govern the healthcare industry. It also helps prevent fraud, abuse, and errors, ensuring the delivery of high-quality care and ethical decision-making. What Is HIPAA and How Does It Impact Healthcare Compliance?

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HIPAA Journal

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

Azura Vascular Care said individuals who had sensitive information exposed such as Social Security numbers have been offered complimentary identity protection, credit monitoring, and fraud resolution services. The post Azura Vascular Care Reports Data Breach Affecting 348,000 Patients appeared first on HIPAA Journal.

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MedTrainer

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

In this blog, we’ll outline why reporting healthcare non-compliance is non-negotiable and how software platforms make it easier to stay in compliance with the myriad regulations that govern good healthcare. Healthcare compliance is the process of following the laws, regulations, and ethical standards that govern the healthcare industry.

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HIPAA Journal

JULY 27, 2023

The stolen information included names, addresses, email addresses, dates of birth, Social Security numbers, government identification ID numbers, driver’s license numbers, payment/financial institution information, health insurance providers, medical treatment information, medical diagnoses, medications, medical images, and lab test results.

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MedTrainer

JANUARY 26, 2024

Healthcare compliance is the process of following the laws, regulations, and ethical standards that govern the healthcare industry. HIPAA Compliance Solutions: MedTrainer provides dedicated HIPAA compliance solutions to help healthcare organizations protect patient data and avoid costly HIPAA violations.

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HIPAA Journal

SEPTEMBER 8, 2022

Notification letters were sent to affected individuals in August and information was provided on the steps that individuals can take to reduce the risk of identity theft and fraud, but it would appear that credit monitoring and identity theft protection services are not being offered.

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Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

JUNE 8, 2022

While it is important to carefully consider the most effective methods of providing care and the intended purpose behind various reimbursement, privacy, and fraud and abuse regulations, it is also clear that healthcare delivery has always and continues to evolve, and the regulatory framework needs to do the same. Federal rules.

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Health Care Law Brief

JUNE 2, 2022

Therefore, a telehealth platform operating in all 50 states will, for example, need to comport with the laws governing corporate formation, provider licensure, scope of practice, and telehealth encounters in all 50 states. Provider Licenses. What types of providers will render care via telehealth?

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HIPAA Journal

DECEMBER 7, 2022

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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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. Facilities increasingly rely on healthcare compliance officers (HCOs) to bridge the gap between government regulation and daily operations.

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MedTrainer

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

And like any healthcare professional, HHAs must adhere to the compliance standards that govern quality care. They are not licensed to diagnose or treat beyond their certifications and state regulations, but they often observe changes in the patient’s condition that can be life saving.

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AIHC

JUNE 6, 2023

Algorithms perform relatively well on knowledge-based tests despite the lack of domain-specific training; ChatGPT achieved ~ 66% and ~ 72% on Basic Life Support and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support tests, respectively, and performed at or near the passing threshold on the United States Medical Licensing Exam.

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AIHC

JUNE 6, 2023

Algorithms perform relatively well on knowledge-based tests despite the lack of domain-specific training; ChatGPT achieved ~ 66% and ~ 72% on Basic Life Support and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support tests, respectively, and performed at or near the passing threshold on the United States Medical Licensing Exam.

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HIPAA Journal

OCTOBER 10, 2022

The presentation was then forwarded by the Council to employees working for certain county government agencies and the presentation was posted to the DHS website as part of the meeting minutes. The post Wisconsin Department of Health Services Reports Breach of 12,000 Records appeared first on HIPAA Journal.

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MedTrainer

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) HIPAA is a pivotal regulation that focuses on the protection of patient health information, enforced by the U.S. The statute protects patients and federal healthcare programs from fraud and abuse. For instance, HIPAA violations can cost up to $1.5

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AIHC

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

This compact does not apply to nurse practitioners (NPs) because they are licensed under state boards of nursing and not medicine. Only Consider Using HIPAA-Compliant Technology The HIPAA Rules establish standards to protect patients’ protected health information.

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Healthcare Law Blog

MAY 31, 2022

However, traditional healthcare players, subject to the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (“HIPAA”), may also find themselves innovating in this space (and grappling with how to stand up a HIPAA compliance program in the metaverse). How healthcare providers are licensed in the metaverse is also an open question.

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C&M Health Law

JUNE 15, 2021

bribery, fraud, misuse). Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) can present several areas of exposure. It is possible that businesses, both individually and across entire industrial sectors, may face considerable penalties and possibly even lose their “social license” to use data through a severe loss in trust.

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HIPAA Journal

JULY 24, 2023

The team’s roles are to investigate and audit the Department’s operations to prevent fraud, waste, and abuse within the Department, and also to audit and investigate potential crimes against the Department. Subsequent Acts of Congress increased the OIG’s regulatory authority to prevent crimes against the Department.

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Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

JULY 19, 2021

It has nine licensed mental health professionals on staff, all committed to providing thorough delivery of psychiatric care based on the latest research. Nor was it HIPAA-compliant, a major concern. " Healthcare is one of the biggest targets for cybercriminals, alongside the government and the financial services industry.

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Verisys

NOVEMBER 13, 2022

Compliance procedures and training programs define and monitor numerous areas for adherence to laws and regulations including patient care, physician license verification, billing, reimbursement, HIPAA privacy, and security. Felony convictions for other healthcare-related fraud, theft, or other financial misconduct.

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MedTrainer

AUGUST 2, 2023

Listen to a candid discussion on lessons learned from the 2023 federal investigation that uncovered fraudulent medical practice nationwide in this on-demand webinar: Moving Forward From the Nursing Fraud Scheme. Primary source verification is done by contacting educational institutions, licensing boards, and other relevant authorities.

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Hall Render

JULY 22, 2022

cancer, cardio lab fraud. Eric Holder’s wife accused of major HIPAA ‘breach’ by her former women’s health practice. Board suspends nurse’s license 17 months after arrest in stabbing incident. OCR fines 11 healthcare orgs for HIPAA right-of-access cases. HHS orders additional 2.5

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Hall Render

AUGUST 4, 2023

to settle Medicare fraud claims Maine in top 10 for health care, No. 1 CMS final rule boosts Medicare hospice payments by 3.1% To Address SDOH Needs U.S. sues UnitedHealth over ‘thousands’ of denied claims What’s a fair price for a prescription drug? Louis-area nurses shows staffing shortages, burnout, abuse by patients St.

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Hall Render

DECEMBER 22, 2023

fraud scheme UConn Health is in financial trouble. health care spending hits $4.5 health care spending hits $4.5

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Hall Render

JANUARY 19, 2024

in costs, report finds Pennsylvania hospital staff vote for union removal St. in costs, report finds Pennsylvania hospital staff vote for union removal St.

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Hall Render

OCTOBER 27, 2023

Million Health Care Fraud Conspiracy in Idaho Orthopedic activity in the 5 most underserved states St. Ransomware attacks against hospitals put patients’ lives at risk, researchers say States, FTC continue to target noncompetes: 3 updates The best hospital in each state, per Newsweek What to know about Stark law’s $9.2M

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Hall Render

APRIL 14, 2023

But hospitals say they can’t afford to pay California hospital nurses to receive raises of up to 30% California pharmacist pleads guilty to multi-year Medicare fraud scheme Carmichael-based Eskaton pays $5.5 Where does it leave medication abortion in Pa.,

Nursing Homes 40

Nursing Homes US Department of Health and Human Services Nurses COVID-19 40

Hall Render

JUNE 23, 2023

Maryland AG urges White House to strengthen HIPAA for people getting abortions Westminster startup raising $2.3M Record-breaking settlement: Here’s why Bon Secours must pay the US government $36.5 Some patients die waiting. ’ ‘We don’t need it all’: R.I.’s Health system settles orthopedic False Claims allegations for $36.5M

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Hall Render

MARCH 17, 2023

NATIONAL AMA pressures federal government to fix prior authorization problem plaguing radiology AHA pushes back on new 340B alliance Biden’s $6.8T in Indiana aging-in-place work.

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Hall Render

APRIL 21, 2023

Nevada, currently the wild west of birthing, is considering licensing midwifery NEW HAMPSHIRE Dartmouth Health opens new 5-story patient pavilion Report: Anthem has yet to process nearly $300 million in N.H. no longer calls for masks at all health care facilities to fight COVID-19, Gov.

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Hall Render

MARCH 22, 2024

To qualify, facilities must close their beds Amazon’s physician acquisition strategy As Many Hospitals Continue to Face Significant Financial Challenges, MedPAC Recommends Highest Ever Medicare Payment Update Change competitors step in but breaking up may be hard to do CMS to launch new primary care ACO program Congress unveils $1.2T

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Hall Render

MARCH 9, 2023

Carolina legislators reach Medicaid expansion deal NC Medicaid expansion wins approval from Senate committee Triangle based health data firm closes on $22.5M John opens new rehabilitation hospital in Owasso SSM Health St. billion in unpaid care to loved ones 2 RI Hospitals Among Best In U.S.,

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Hall Render

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

Dunleavy proposes extending Medicaid coverage for new mothers ARIZONA Banner Health pays $1.25M penalty over HIPAA failures from 2016 breach Arizona nursing school at risk of losing accreditation St. billion since pandemic U.S. million to UMass Memorial Health Care for COVID-19 costs Four Mass.

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Hall Render

JULY 21, 2023

gives nod to 39 new medical cannabis businesses seeking a license Rose Health founder Kavi Misri launches new venture to help employers keep workers healthy 6 people hit by car in D.C. Here are arguments for and against. hospital parking garage Arlington named ‘America’s fittest city’ DC ranked No. 11th in mental health, No.

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Hall Render

MAY 12, 2023

Cloud Hospital names Chief Quality Officer Tampa’s Lions Eye Institute adopts new name Troubled Cano Health records $60.6M Holcomb signs bill allowing pharmacists to prescribe contraception How 1 Indiana hospital rebuilt after a ransomware attack ‘I just love delivering babies’ | Meet Ascension St. billion state budget.

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