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Understanding Sanction Screening: Safeguarding Healthcare Integrity Under HIPAA

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These screenings search through various databases containing records of individuals or organizations barred from participating in Medicaid, Medicare, or other federal/state healthcare programs due to fraud, abuse, or other offenses. Why is Sanction Screening Vital Under HIPAA?

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What Is Provider Credentialing?

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It involves collecting and reviewing information such as education, training, licensure, certifications, work history, malpractice history, and references — all in pursuit of verifying that providers are who they say they are and qualified to deliver legitimate, safe, and ethical care.