MedTrainer

JANUARY 10, 2024

It may seem a little early to do some spring cleaning, but not when it comes to compliance! It’s that time of the year to check your records for 2023 compliance deficiencies and set your organization up for success in 2024. The OIG is making major investments to systematically detect and prosecute fraud.

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MedTrainer

MARCH 8, 2024

Employee compliance training is essential to any healthcare organization’s onboarding process. This blog post will explore why compliance training is vital for an industry where mistakes or non-compliance can seriously affect patients, staff, and the organization.

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Provider Trust

AUGUST 6, 2024

Healthcare compliance monitoring has never been easy. So, what makes an effective compliance monitoring program? The compliance spectrum helps organizations of all sizes identify the effectiveness of their compliance monitoring based on three key factors: population, primary sources, and frequency.

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MedTrainer

JANUARY 12, 2024

Healthcare compliance is serious business for regulators. In this blog post, we’ll outline who regulates healthcare compliance, how rules are enforced, and why organizations need a robust compliance platform to stay in the good graces of regulators. What is Healthcare Compliance?

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Verisys

JANUARY 8, 2024

OIG compliance refers to adherence to the guidelines and regulations set forth by the Office of Inspector General (OIG) of the U.S. The OIG is responsible for combating fraud, waste, and abuse in health and human services programs, including Medicare and Medicaid. The post What is OIG Compliance? appeared first on Verisys.

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MedTrainer

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

A corporate compliance program in healthcare is a comprehensive set of policies, procedures, and practices that healthcare organizations establish and maintain to ensure that they operate compliant with all applicable laws, regulations, and ethical standards. Why do healthcare facilities use corporate compliance programs?

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Health Law RX

JANUARY 30, 2024

By maintaining a robust compliance program, healthcare companies are better able to identify potential red flags early and to prevent violations of fraud and abuse laws. The DOJ Announcement stresses the importance of investing in strong compliance programs for both the buyers and sellers in business transactions.

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MedTrainer

JULY 31, 2024

Meeting Tennessee training requirements for compliance is critical to maintain this level of excellence. Included in this blog post are the results of an audit on Tennessee requirements. What Is Required for Tennessee Compliance Training? Healthcare compliance training is not a one-size-fits-all solution.

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MedTrainer

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

How are healthcare organizations ensuring compliance and minimizing exposure risks to false claims? In this blog, we’ll share how healthcare organizations are managing compliance around false claims and safeguarding both the integrity of healthcare services and the welfare of patients.

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MedTrainer

JANUARY 30, 2024

Healthcare compliance is a critical part of any organization’s business model. The professionals who manage compliance are the front lines of preventing medical errors, deterring fraud, and staying in good standing with federal payers like the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS).

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MedTrainer

JANUARY 31, 2024

Healthcare compliance isn’t a new concept. Who started the first healthcare compliance program? It was passed to combat fraud by government contractors during the conflict and set the stage for future compliance regulations. What is Healthcare Compliance?

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Healthcare Law Blog

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

In late April this year, the Office of Inspector General, Department of Health and Human Services (OIG) announced that it would make changes to its existing body of healthcare compliance program guidance (CPGs) as part of its current Modernization Initiative. [1] On November 6, 2023, OIG finally published the GCPG on its website [3].

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MedTrainer

JULY 30, 2024

Included in this blog post are the results of an audit on Wisconsin requirements. What Is Required for Wisconsin Compliance Training? Healthcare compliance training is not a one-size-fits-all solution. MedTrainer’s healthcare policy experts often conduct state analyses of training requirements to share with customers.

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American Medical Compliance

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

Compliance officers’ responsibilities extend far beyond merely checking boxes and ticking off regulatory requirements. In fact, 61% of the compliance teams from a Thomson Reuters report also work on long-range strategies for their companies by putting regulatory and legislative changes as a top priority.

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MedTrainer

JANUARY 30, 2024

What types of healthcare facilities are required by the government to have a compliance program? In this blog, we’ll outline what types of healthcare facilities are required by the government to have a compliance program and why compliance is crucial for both healthcare organizations and the agencies that support them.

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MedTrainer

JUNE 11, 2024

Included in this blog post are the results of an audit on Florida requirements. What Is Required for Florida Compliance Training? Healthcare compliance training is not a one-size-fits-all solution. Meeting Multiple Standards: Compliance training courses that meet multiple standards are a win-win for organizations and employees.

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MedTrainer

JANUARY 31, 2024

For the organization itself, compliance programs are the guardians that can help potentially prevent medical errors and regulatory violations, and mitigate other compliance risks. So, how do compliance programs protect healthcare? What is Healthcare Compliance?

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MedTrainer

JUNE 11, 2024

Included in this blog post are the results of an audit on Texas requirements. What Is Required for Texas Compliance Training? Healthcare compliance training is not a one-size-fits-all solution. Meeting Multiple Standards: Compliance training courses that meet multiple standards are a win-win for organizations and employees.

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MedTrainer

JANUARY 26, 2024

Non-compliance in healthcare refers to the failure of healthcare providers, institutions, or individuals to adhere to the laws, regulations, and standards established to protect patient welfare, maintain data security, and ensure the efficient and ethical delivery of healthcare services. What is Healthcare Compliance?

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MedTrainer

JULY 25, 2024

Adhering to the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) standards is crucial to uphold compliance and regulatory requirements for any health organization. HIPAA, enacted in 1996, originally aimed to improve health insurance portability and reduce healthcare fraud. What Is HIPAA?

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MedTrainer

OCTOBER 23, 2023

In today’s intricate healthcare landscape, compliance can mean a lot of different things, which might leave you wondering, “What is healthcare compliance?” At its core, healthcare compliance is adherence to the vast array of regulatory and procedural standards that protect patients and ensure the highest standard of care.

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Verisys

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

Verisys can assist pharmaceutical manufacturers in maintaining compliance with OIG guidelines and other regulatory requirements through a multifaceted approach, leveraging its extensive suite of data solutions and compliance services. The post Pharmaceutical Manufacturers Guide to OIG Compliance appeared first on Verisys.

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MedTrainer

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

When it comes to healthcare, compliance is not just a buzzword — it’s critical to ensuring quality of care, protecting patient privacy, and staying on the right side of the law. But what exactly is a compliance plan in healthcare, and why is it so crucial? Why Is a Compliance Plan Important in Healthcare?

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Verisys

MARCH 23, 2023

3 Healthcare Fraud and Abuse Laws Providers Should Know About In 2021, the Department of Justice reported recovering over $5.5 billion from settlements due to fraud and false claims. As a healthcare provider, being familiar with healthcare fraud and abuse laws is important. government or a government contractor.

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MedTrainer

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

When talking about healthcare compliance education, these misunderstandings can have significant repercussions, from compliance gaps to inefficiencies in operations. Understanding common, but dangerous misconceptions about healthcare compliance education can potentially prevent your organization from these issues in the long run.

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Healthcare Blog

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

An effective healthcare compliance program is a crucial aspect of any healthcare organization. Healthcare organizations should clearly define their expectations and the consequences for non-compliance. Healthcare organizations should clearly define their expectations and the consequences for non-compliance.

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Verisys

MARCH 1, 2024

As the healthcare industry is increasingly targeted for data theft and fraud, information security has emerged as a top priority for healthcare institutions. Governance, risk management, and compliance programs can all be automated, providing significant benefits to healthcare organizations.

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MedTrainer

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Failing to report healthcare non-compliance is a lot like failing to tell your parents you got sent to the principal’s office. 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.

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MedTrainer

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Those early ethical standards paved the way for how medical compliance plans to limit liability for healthcare organizations today. Here’s how these plans help limit liability: Prevent Fraud and Abuse: Compliance plans include measures to prevent fraud and abuse within the healthcare organization.

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MedTrainer

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

In an effort to prevent fraud, the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) implemented additional security for their Registrant Validation Toolset. In this blog post, I’ll explain what changed, how to know if you’re compliant, and why this change will be beneficial for your organization (even if it doesn’t seem like it right now!).

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Compliancy Group

MARCH 19, 2024

Hospitals and private practices aren’t the only enterprises with compliance obligations within this sector. Regulatory compliance in healthcare ensures quality care for patients. It also reduces waste, fraud, and abuse that threaten the efficiency of healthcare delivery and services.

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MedTrainer

JANUARY 26, 2024

Many individuals and organizations opt to obtain a healthcare regulatory compliance certificate to highlight that commitment. In this blog, we will explore what is a healthcare regulatory compliance certificates, provide a high-level description of its purpose, and list who typically uses such certificates.

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MedTrainer

JANUARY 26, 2024

The best way to maintain these standards is by providing healthcare compliance training for all staff members. Even when training is not required, it may still be very beneficial for your staff and overall organizational compliance. What topics should be covered in healthcare compliance training?

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MedTrainer

JULY 3, 2024

Determining the necessary compliance training and ensuring your staff stays ahead of these requirements can be complex without comprehensive home health training. Importance of Home Health Training Home health staff must complete compliance training like all healthcare professionals to provide safe, legal, and ethical services.

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MedTrainer

OCTOBER 28, 2024

By understanding and implementing these key policies, you can equip your staff to effectively maintain compliance and accreditation, ultimately reducing the stress associated with the accreditation process. Even with all the policies in place, a lack of employee adherence can lead to gaps in compliance and control.

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Healthcare Compliance Blog

APRIL 29, 2022

in restitution for her role in healthcare fraud, wire fraud, and theft of government funds. In March 2020 she pleaded guilty to one count of healthcare fraud, one count of wire fraud, and one count of theft of government funds. Provide periodic retraining to members of the compliance and ethics committee as well.

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MedTrainer

OCTOBER 17, 2023

Corporate compliance programs are essential, ensuring that facilities not only abide by the law but also uphold the highest standards of patient trust and organizational responsibility. In this blog post, we’ll discuss the answer to: “Why do healthcare facilities have corporate compliance programs?”

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