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ChristianaCare pays $47M to resolve former compliance officer's kickback allegations

Fierce Healthcare

million settlement resolving illegal kickback allegations flagged by its former chief compliance officer, Ronald Sherman. | Wilmington, Delaware-based ChristianaCare has agreed to a $47.1

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Survey: Compliance Officers Stressed, Anxious, Burned Out

Compliancy Group

A recent survey of Compliance Officers reveals more than half feel their mental health has been negatively affected by their jobs. Sponsored by Corporate Compliance Insights, the survey is one of the first in recent years to examine workplace stress and its role on employees. Compliancy Group can help! Learn More!

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Top Chief Compliance Officers To Follow

MedTrainer

I’m continually impressed by the profound impact that healthcare chief compliance officers and other similar roles have on their organizations. While the field of healthcare compliance is filled with exceptional individuals, there are a handful who I rely on to provide insight, news, and trends.

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Interview: Nathanael Ayala, Compliance Officer, Hospital San Carlos Borromeo, Puerto Rico

HIPAA Journal

HIPAA Journal is conducting interviews with healthcare professionals to find out more about their compliance journeys, how the HIPAA Rules have affected their working lives, and the successes of HIPAA compliance and the challenges they have faced. When did you first get involved with HIPAA compliance?

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Advanced Compliance: OSHA & HIPAA in Healthcare Facilities

Dive into the Compliance Officer's Handbook for advanced OSHA and HIPAA strategies. This guide provides detailed steps for maintaining compliance in healthcare facilities, covering key regulations like the Bloodborne Pathogens Standard and HIPAA Privacy Rule.

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The Role of Compliance Officers in Healthcare Organizations: Challenges and Responsibilities

American Medical Compliance

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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Your Guide on How to Be a Good Compliance Officer

Compliancy Group

Compliance with healthcare regulations protects patients, safeguards employee safety, and maintains the security of electronic medical records (EMRs) and cyber networks. Ensuring compliance with critical regulations falls on the compliance officer. What Does a Compliance Officer Do?