Healthcare IT Today

DECEMBER 2, 2024

Healthcare organizations can enhance the patient experience, boost operational efficiency, increase compliance, and unlock new data licensing opportunities. “As Healthcare organizations face new complexities in data use and licensing. The HealthEx solution is available today.

Licensing 73

Licensing Compliance Governance 73

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Licenses that allowed physicians to practice across state lines and provided reimbursement parity due to the pandemic have now expired. The healthcare industry does not agree that state licensing needs to be revised. Proponents of our current model often cite patient safety as a reason for more restrictive licensing.

Telemedicine 188

Telemedicine Licensing Health Outcomes Governance 188

Bill of Health

APRIL 7, 2023

By Aparajita Lath Two articles published last month in the BMJ analyze the public investment and financing of mRNA COVID-19 vaccines, highlighting the extensive government funding that has supported the development of mRNA technology from 1985 to 2022. government. It is generally known that the U.S.

COVID-19 Vaccine 147

COVID-19 Vaccine COVID-19 Governance Public Health 147

HIT Consultant

DECEMBER 10, 2021

What You Should Know: – Improving patient access to medical services is a top priority for health system leaders in 2022, according to new research from the Center for Connected Medicine (CCM) and KLAS Research. Licensed Clinical Social Worker. The new baseline appears non-reactive to the emergence of new COVID-19 cases.

COVID-19 98

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HIPAA Journal

JULY 5, 2022

The email system was immediately secured when the breach was detected with the forensic investigation confirming that two email accounts had been accessed by an unauthorized third party between January 12, 2022, and January 19, 2022. A limited number of patients also had financial account information exposed.

Licensing 114

Licensing Electronic Medical Records Health Insurance Hospitals 114

HIPAA Journal

MARCH 23, 2022

Notification letters were sent to affected individuals on March 10, 2022. According to a March 10, 2022 data breach notice, Dialyze Direct said it discovered on February 14, 2022, that an unauthorized individual had gained access to an employee email account between January 21, 2021, and March 4, 2021.

HIPAA 135

HIPAA Licensing Health Insurance Governance 135

HIPAA Journal

AUGUST 2, 2023

The administrative service provider said suspicious activity was detected within its network in early December 2022, and the forensic investigation confirmed on December 15, 2022, that an unauthorized third party accessed parts of its computer network where personal health information was stored.

Licensing 95

Licensing Electronic Medical Records Ransomware Health Insurance 95

HIPAA Journal

SEPTEMBER 1, 2022

Legal counsel for CorrectHealth said the third-party forensic investigation of the data breach concluded on January 28, 2022, and confirmed patients’ protected health information was present in the breached email accounts. Notification letters were sent to affected individuals on August 25, 2022.

Ransomware 100

Ransomware Licensing Health Insurance HIPAA 100

HIPAA Journal

APRIL 28, 2022

The attackers gained access to parts of its system on April 23, 2021, that housed files that contained individuals protected health information, including names, addresses, telephone numbers, dates of birth, Social Security numbers, financial information, government-issued ID numbers, and health information.

Ransomware 115

Ransomware Health Insurance HIPAA Licensing 115

HIPAA Journal

DECEMBER 29, 2022

The Louisiana healthcare system said suspicious activity was detected by its security team on October 21, 2022, and steps were taken to contain the activity and investigate a potential breach. FoundCare said it determined on October 18, 2022, that files in the email account contained patient data.

Ransomware 106

Ransomware Health Insurance Licensing Medical Billing 106

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

DECEMBER 12, 2023

While our AI is not licensed for diagnosing, it plays a crucial role in influencing patient decisions. We collaborate globally with top telemedicine organizations, from health insurers to government health ministries. You suggest Al tools can remotely diagnose patients and route them quickly to the proper care setting.

Telemedicine 208

Telemedicine Doctors Licensing Health Insurance 208

AIHC

DECEMBER 27, 2024

13] Beyond Federal law, state laws and Title IX policies that govern teaching hospitals at associated universities address consent. Medical boards, institutions, facilities, and universities must be held accountable for violations, with penalties such as fines, suspensions, or revocation of licenses. 2022 Jan;52(1):28-31.

Informed Consent 98

Informed Consent Bioethics ADA Medical Personnel 98

HIPAA Journal

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Suspicious activity was detected within its IT environment on October 12, 2022. The FBI, New York State Department of Health, and the Department of Homeland Security were notified about the attack and the government is aware of the threat actor behind the attack but has not disclosed which group was responsible.

Governance 107

Governance HIPAA Licensing Hospitals 107

HIPAA Journal

MARCH 6, 2023

Cedar Park, TX-based Dental Health Management Solutions (DHMS), a provider of dental services to the government/military and private patients has recently announced – via its legal counsel – that the protected health information of certain patients was exposed in a 2021 hacking incident.

Electronic Medical Records 98

Electronic Medical Records HIPAA Licensing Nurses 98

HIPAA Journal

DECEMBER 7, 2022

In October 2022, Urology of Greater Atlanta in Georgia reported a data breach to the HHS’ Office for Civil Rights that had affected 79,795 patients. In some cases, Social Security numbers, driver’s license numbers, or financial account information, were also exposed. At the time it was unclear exactly how that information was breached.

COVID-19 Vaccine 101

COVID-19 Vaccine COVID-19 Department of Veterans Affairs Licensing 101

HIPAA Journal

AUGUST 16, 2022

The breach notification provided to the California Attorney General on August 12, 2022, explains that technical difficulties were experienced by United Health Centers on August 28, 2021, which caused disruption to its computer systems. A comprehensive review of the affected data was completed on April 11, 2022.

Ransomware 102

Ransomware HIPAA Licensing Governance 102

HIPAA Journal

DECEMBER 1, 2022

Mena Regional Health System (MRHS) in Arkansas announced on November 22, 2022, that an unauthorized third party gained access to its network and exfiltrated files containing the protected health information of 84,814 patients. That process commenced on November 22, 2022.

Electronic Medical Records 108

Electronic Medical Records Hospitals Health Insurance HIPAA 108

HIT Consultant

DECEMBER 21, 2022

Recent Data Breaches: – November 2022: Ransomware Hacker Steals Medibank Data on 9.7m – September 2022: American Airlines Discloses Data Breach. – September 2022: U-Haul Discloses Data Breach Including Driver’s License Numbers. – July 2022: Hacker Posts Data on 5.4 Ransomware.

Ransomware 52

Ransomware HIPAA Health Insurance Governance 52

HIPAA Journal

OCTOBER 11, 2022

The incident was detected in April 2022, and immediate action was taken to secure its email environment to prevent further unauthorized access. The forensic investigation confirmed the incident was confined to a single employee email account, which was accessed between March 30, 2022, and April 6, 2022.

Licensing 73

Licensing HIPAA Health Insurance Medicaid 73

HIPAA Journal

JUNE 8, 2023

Telligen subcontracted part of that work to Independent Living Systems (ILS), where the data breach occurred in June and July 2022. Another breach was confirmed in April at one of its contractors, Telligen, Inc., which performs annual assessments for Medicaid members to ensure they are receiving the correct level of care.

Medicaid 98

Medicaid Medicaid Ransomware Health Insurance 98

HIPAA Journal

JULY 3, 2023

Precision Imaging Centers in Jacksonville, FL, has recently notified 31,010 patients about a security breach that occurred on or around November 2, 2022. Unauthorized individuals gained access to its network and exfiltrated files containing sensitive patient information.

Health Insurance 98

Health Insurance Licensing Ransomware HIPAA 98

Healthcare Law Blog

APRIL 13, 2022

However, in all states, the NSA governs disputes relating to air ambulance services, not state law. The NSA, which went into effect on January 1, 2022, limits the amount an out-of-network provider can charge for emergency services, nonemergency services provided at in-network facilities, and air ambulance services.

Governance 52

Governance Medical Billing Licensing Medicare 52

HIPAA Journal

MAY 24, 2023

Suspicious network activity was detected by IMA on October 19, 2022. The Wichita, KS-based integrated financial services company, IMA Financial Group, Inc., has confirmed that the protected health information of 2,937 individuals associated with IMA or its clients has potentially been obtained by unauthorized individuals.

HIPAA 124

HIPAA Ransomware Licensing Governance 124

Verisys

DECEMBER 23, 2022

End of 2022. On November 04, 2022 the Joint Commission updated the reappointment/re-privileging timeframe to a three year cycle (previously a two year cycle). Alabama: Renewals for pharmacist licenses are active. It is not sufficient to simply have submitted your renewal prior to December 31, 2022. Credentialing: .

Licensing 52

Licensing Governance Doctors Hospitals 52

Healthcare IT Today

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

A 2022 Deloitte survey of U.S. government and leading medical associations call upon stakeholders to do their part. Yet due to their complex nature, health payers, third-party administrators, government agencies, and pharmacy benefits managers focus most of their constrained resources on auditing professional claims.

Fraud 124

Fraud Governance Hospitals Licensing 124

MRO Compliance

JUNE 1, 2022

HEDIS works as a government rating tool. Below is information on what your healthcare organization should know about HEDIS in 2022. The HEDIS audit is performed by an NCQA licensed organization and addresses six elements, according to NCQA. What is a HEDIS audit? Information practices and control procedures.

Medicare 130

Medicare Medicare Compliance Medicaid 130

HIPAA Journal

APRIL 8, 2024

The leaked data includes patient names, dates of birth, phone numbers, email addresses, medical records, Social Security numbers, copies of passports and driver’s licenses, health insurance information, and company data.

Ransomware 81

Ransomware Health Insurance Licensing HIPAA 81

HIT Consultant

MAY 1, 2024

According to a Kaufman Hall report , 73% of leaders surveyed said claims denials, which was the top revenue cycle issue in 2022, had increased in 2023. A recent data analysis revealed that providers spent nearly $20 billion in 2022 on efforts to resolve delays and denials across payers. The cost of denials is staggering.

Compliance 105

Compliance Licensing Nurses Governance 105

MedTrainer

MAY 31, 2024

According to the 2022 CAQH Index , increased automation and streamlined processes reduced the cost of the healthcare system by $187B annually. Document Expiration Notifications Tracking license expiration dates for every provider and sending reminder after reminder until they renew is a perfect job for technology.

Compliance 98

Compliance Licensing Governance Compliance Officers 98

HIT Consultant

NOVEMBER 21, 2021

Leigh Burchell, Vice President of Policy & Government Affairs, Allscripts. 6, 2022, the definition will expand to the electronic designated record set defined under HIPAA. Healthcare organizations can achieve and maintain compliance by following these six takeaways: 1. Core Data for Interoperability ( USCDI ) standard.

Public Health 98

Public Health Compliance HIPAA Governance 98

HIT Consultant

JUNE 4, 2024

According to a Kaufman Hall report , 73% of leaders surveyed said claims denials, which was the top revenue cycle issue in 2022, had increased in 2023. A recent data analysis revealed that providers spent nearly $20 billion in 2022 on efforts to resolve delays and denials across payers. The cost of denials is staggering.

Compliance 98

Compliance Licensing Nurses Governance 98

AIHC

MARCH 12, 2024

Written by the AIHC Education Department This article provides an overview of how the media and government are reacting to the potential of artificial intelligence (AI) and potential threats associated with this advanced technology. A Government-Commissioned Report Released February 2024 The U.S.

Ransomware 59

Ransomware Governance Compliance HIPAA 59

Provider Trust

JULY 26, 2022

On June 7, 2022, Theresa Pickering of Norcross, Georgia was indicted by a federal grand jury on federal charges of health care fraud, aggravated identity theft, and distribution of controlled substances. The Importance of Conducting License Verification and Monitoring. According to the U.S.

Licensing 52

Licensing Fraud Compliance Nurses 52

Healthcare Law Today

DECEMBER 7, 2022

On Friday, December 2, 2022, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) issued an FAQ regarding the Good Faith Estimate (GFE) and Convening Provider/Facility requirements in the Federal No Surprises Act. a physician or other health care provider acting in the scope of a license) and health care facilities (i.e.,

Licensing 52

Licensing Telemedicine Medicaid Medicaid 52

AIHC

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

The government expects hospitals to be compliant as there has been ample time to prepare for its implementation and to comply with the requirements. In 2019, the federal government finalized a rule requiring hospitals to disclose the prices they negotiate with insurers. How is the Government Monitoring for Noncompliance?

Hospitals 52

Hospitals US Department of Health and Human Services Compliance Governance 52

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. On August 5, 2022, Zomo Health discovered a spreadsheet was accessible on its website.

Medicaid 55

Medicaid Medicaid Governance Fraud 55

AIHC

MARCH 12, 2024

Written by the AIHC Education Department This article provides an overview of how the media and government are reacting to the potential of artificial intelligence (AI) and potential threats associated with this advanced technology. A Government-Commissioned Report Released February 2024 The U.S.

Ransomware 52

Ransomware Governance Compliance HIPAA 52