AIHC

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Written by Gabriella Neff, RHIA, CHA, CHC, CHRC, CHPC This past year, in 2024, revisions were made to clarify hospital guidelines related to informed consent specifically addressing UIEs (unconsented intimate exams) to patients while under anesthesia. OCR recently issued an FAQ focusing on this right. [6]

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Compliancy Group

DECEMBER 27, 2024

In an industry where patient privacy, employee safety, and financial stability are at stake, healthcare organizations must be on top of their compliance activities. Importance of HIPAA Documentation Adherence to the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) is central to safeguarding protected health information (PHI).

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YouCompli

JANUARY 28, 2025

Think about your organization as the big top, and all of the responsibilities you have as the compliance officer are your chainsaws! In healthcare, the stakes are incredibly high, with strict regulations and standards that must be followed to ensure patient safety, privacy, and regulatory compliance.

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MedTrainer

JANUARY 26, 2024

This includes adhering to healthcare privacy laws like the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act ( HIPAA ) and maintaining accurate medical records. They should not disclose patient information without proper consent or legal justification.

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MedTrainer

DECEMBER 7, 2023

Regulations Unique to Idaho To meet the standards of healthcare compliance in Idaho , there are a few additional regulations. Healthcare Facility Standards In Idaho, the Bureau of Facility Standards plays a key role that is particularly relevant for healthcare executives and compliance officers.

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MedTrainer

JANUARY 26, 2024

It jeopardizes patient health, and can seriously harm the legal standing and reputation of healthcare institutions. Here are some common non-compliance activities: Failure to Maintain HIPAA Compliance: The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) sets strict guidelines for safeguarding patient health information.

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MedTrainer

JANUARY 26, 2024

Here are some of the topics that are required by regulatory agencies (role dependent): HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) Fraud, Waste, and Abuse (FWA) Emergency Preparedness Compliance Policies and Procedures Fire Safety Bloodborne Pathogens Preventing Needlesticks Patient Rights and Informed Consent Quality of Care and Patient (..)

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