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Rethinking Mental Health Reform: A case for reviving community-based care

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by Zain Khalid October 10th marked the first anniversary of California’s Senate Bill 43 (SB 43), a major revision of the landmark Lanterman-Petris-Short Act of 1967, a de-institutionalization era law designed to “end the inappropriate, indefinite, and involuntary commitment of persons with mental health disorders.” Across the U.S.,

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HIPAA Compliance Consulting and Management for Dental Practices

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The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) was enacted in 1996 to ensure patient confidentiality and privacy of their health information. Using methods such as firewalls and encryption help to secure electronic PHI from unauthorized access or disclosure.

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Home Healthcare Company Agrees to Pay $10,000 to Resolve ADA Allegations

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The agreement includes adoption of a non-discrimination policy, training of staff, written notification to the Department of Justice of future complaints, and $10,000 in compensatory damages for the individual. The US Attorney’s Office prioritizes the protection of the civil rights of all individuals,” said United States Attorney Haanstad.

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Mesa hospital Phoenix bioscience boom poised to improve health care and local economy, proponents say What’s next for Steward hospitals in Arizona? Federal Grant to Study Eye Disease UAMS Study to Address Maternal, Infant Deaths with $2.4M

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Vincent North in Sherwood Washington Regional Medical System Names Lucas Campbell as VP & Chief Transformation Officer 4 more Arkansas hospitals awarded federal funds Arkansas Legislative Council approves Department of Human Services’ requests for $13.4M Opens in North Little Rock CHI St.

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