Healthcare IT Today

APRIL 10, 2025

Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) typically only assesses eight out of 180 HIPAA provisions during audits, leaving hospitals and healthcare organizations exposed to significant compliance and security risks. Other sectors of the government are addressing this issue by adopting more stringent models that HHS should consider.

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YouCompli

APRIL 9, 2025

As compliance officers, we spend a lot of time focused on how others perform their jobs. However, being self-aware of how we do our own work is paramount for an effective compliance program. Incorporating self-awareness into your healthcare compliance program can significantly enhance its effectiveness. If not, why?

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Healthcare IT Today

DECEMBER 24, 2024

This can result in situations where you are trying to do something new that will be a great benefit to your organization, staff, and/or patients, but it’s extremely complicated to near impossible to do it while maintaining your compliance with current regulations. Or the complete opposite can happen to you.

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Bill of Health

DECEMBER 6, 2024

These technologies can act as privacy enhancing techniques (PET) to ensure privacy and compliance with regulations like HIPAA and GDPR. The EU AI Act , proposed EU AI Liability Directive , and laws under the European Strategy for Data , such as the Data Governance Act , may also play roles. The regulatory landscape in the U.S.

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Compliancy Group

APRIL 18, 2025

Healthcare regulatory compliance means healthcare organizations are meeting a wide range of laws and standards that includes everything from billing and safety to data protection and patient rights. This compliance means ensuring patient safety, protecting their privacy, and making sure quality care is delivered. With annual U.S.

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Verisys

MARCH 6, 2025

In the healthcare industry, compliance with regulatory standards is not merely a requirement but a cornerstone of safe, effective, and ethical patient care. When healthcare organizations fail to meet compliance standards, the consequences can be severespanning legal and financial realms. What is Non-Compliance in Healthcare?

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HIT Consultant

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

What You Should Know: – A new report from Barnes & Thornburg reveals that healthcare compliance professionals are facing mounting pressure as they navigate a complex regulatory landscape, increasing cyberattacks, and the rapid adoption of artificial intelligence (AI).

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Healthcare It News

OCTOBER 10, 2024

" Time spent on the EMR, he said, is driven by such factors as specialty, payer expectations, and regulatory compliance. " The Malaysian government, he said, is now focused on getting all stakeholders in the health system together to collaborate on developing standards for digital transformation.

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Compliancy Group

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Unfortunately, the complexity of healthcare compliance makes following the rules and being aware of updates challenging. Workforce compliance management entails implementing policies and procedures that align with these regulations. Staying compliant with healthcare regulations is everyone’s responsibility in the organization.

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Compliancy Group

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

The topic: data security – specifically, how the federal government is regulating it, and what resources the federal government has made available for organizations to enhance its data security posture. BCAA determined that the encrypted files affected the protected health information (PHI) of approximately 14,273 patients.

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YouCompli

JANUARY 15, 2025

Within the business of healthcare, we talk a lot about a strong culture of compliance. Typically, such discussion is focused on really committing to compliance throughout all levels of the organization. Below are five strategies to help you align human behavior with your compliance program.

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Compliancy Group

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Anyone in this industry should know the healthcare compliance laws and regulations that guide how they do their jobs and provide quality care. Here’s your healthcare compliance 101 for the critical federal regulations all employees should know.

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Health Law Attorney

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

On November 20, 2024, the Office of Inspector General (OIG) released its updated Industry-Specific Compliance Program Guidance (ICPG) for nursing facilities, marking an important step in its broader compliance initiative. This shift reflects OIG’s recognition of the direct relationship between care quality and compliance.

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Compliancy Group

OCTOBER 28, 2024

Its compliance program guidance (CPG) has improved the efficiency and effectiveness of Medicare and many other federal programs. Last November, the OIG published industry-specific compliance guidance for 2024 for several healthcare subsectors, including nursing homes and facilities.

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Healthcare IT Today

DECEMBER 2, 2024

This article explores three key steps to help healthcare CIOs and IT leaders unlock AI’s full potential without compromising security, regulatory compliance, or budget integrity. Are there standardized protocols for data collection that ensure compliance with regulations such as HIPAA?

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Healthcare IT Today

DECEMBER 10, 2024

It involves a comprehensive approach that integrates strong governance policies, advanced technology, and vigilant human oversight. All hosts will ensure strict security protocols, but compliance standards vary, and its up to the vendor to maintain tight configurations and standards of their own.

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HIT Consultant

OCTOBER 22, 2024

These interpretations have led to the development of detailed guidelines and enforcement actions to ensure compliance. This would directly tie cybersecurity compliance to federal healthcare funding, compelling hospitals and healthcare providers to adopt robust cybersecurity measures.

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HIT Consultant

JANUARY 9, 2025

The Power of Proprietary Systems: Compliance and Uniformity Veteran data scientists who have spent decades working with SAS will be quick to argue its strengths. Roche has enhanced workflow efficiency by addressing compliance and validation concerns through rigorous internal processes and close collaboration with regulators.

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Healthcare IT Today

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

Without proper data normalization, deduplication, and governance, AI outputs can become biased or misleading. Interoperability Gaps & Regulatory Compliance New initiatives like TEFCA, FHIR adoption, and evolving payer-provider data exchange mandates are pushing healthcare systems toward more open and interoperable ecosystems.

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Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

JANUARY 8, 2025

Dr Tawan Chitchulanon, Chief Medical Officer, PRINCIPAL Healthcare Company, Thailand Following the global trend and support by the Thai Government, the trend of using AI in healthcare, telemedicine, and digital personal data will [increase] in Thailand. government initiatives combined with startup innovation).

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Healthcare IT Today

JANUARY 7, 2025

Another new requirement is that regulated entities must conduct a compliance audit at least every 12 months to ensure they are compliant with the Security Rule. He is a Certified Security Compliance Specialist (CSCS), a CMMC Certified Assessor (CCA) and wrote the Certified HIPAA Security Professional (CHSP) content for 4Med Pro.

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MRO Compliance

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

the leading clinical data exchange company in healthcare, announced that Adrienne Morrell has joined the company as its new Vice President of Government Affairs. Morrell brings with her more than 25 years of government affairs experience covering both state and federal rulemaking tied to Medicare, Medicaid, commercial insurance and health IT.

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Medisys Compliance

DECEMBER 19, 2024

From managing CPT codes for procedures like nail debridement and wound care to ensuring compliance with Medicares podiatry-specific guidelines, the billing process can be confusing. Specialized podiatry billing services ensure adherence to unique guidelines such as those governing routine foot care, diabetic foot exams, and nail care.

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American Medical Compliance

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

AMC (American Medical Compliance) has achieved a major milestone by expanding into the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and the broader Middle East, reinforcing its position as a key player in global healthcare compliance.

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Healthcare It News

MAY 13, 2024

"Recent actionable threat intelligence provided by our partners in the Health-ISAC and government agencies indicate that this known Russian-speaking group is actively targeting the U.S. For that reason, many industry observers continue to suggest that now is the time for the government to fund the critical sector.

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American Medical Compliance

MARCH 15, 2024

Among the various areas of compliance, Fraud, Waste, and Abuse (FWA) compliance stands out as a critical pillar. Therefore, for healthcare providers to prevent these charges from happening, understanding FWA compliance is essential. In this comprehensive guide, we delve into FWA compliance in healthcare.

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Healthcare IT Today

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

In light of that, many have wondered whether the government has a role to play in healthcare cybersecurity. What role does the government have, if any, when it comes to healthcare cybersecurity? What role does the government have, if any, when it comes to healthcare cybersecurity? Here are his responses. Recently, the U.S.

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Healthcare It News

JANUARY 31, 2024

WHY IT MATTERS In the new report, Deloitte researchers said 70% of the executives surveyed were highly focused on data availability, quality, compliance, security and privacy during implementation, but they "may miss the imperative." GenAI governance is key to building both consumer and employee trust, the Deloitte researchers said.

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Healthcare Blog

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Every year, businesses and organizations observe Corporate Compliance and Ethics Week , an important event dedicated to raising awareness about the critical role compliance and ethical practices play in business success. But what is corporate compliance, and why does it matter for your organization? What Is Corporate Compliance?

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American Medical Compliance

MARCH 11, 2024

It also ensures dental regulatory compliance, protecting both patients and practitioners. Understanding the Significance Dental recordkeeping includes the systematic documentation of a patient’s oral health history, examinations, diagnoses, treatments, and outcomes. This does not only facilitate comprehensive patient care.

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HIT Consultant

OCTOBER 13, 2024

In addition to regulatory fines triggered by compliance violations, failing to manage data accurately could lead to issues like the sale of expired medications, causing harm to patients. Businesses should manage each type of data differently based on the access control and governance practices best suited to it.

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American Medical Compliance

JANUARY 31, 2025

While policies and compliance measures are essential, they alone are not enough. Regulatory Compliance and Oversight Government agencies and advocacy groups provide oversight, but compliance should be a shared responsibility within the facility. Contact us here.

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Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

APRIL 1, 2025

The combined organization will focus on ensuring appropriate reimbursement, engaging with federal and state governments on digital health regulations, expanding partnerships and opportunities in the U.S. Food and Drug Administration's Digital Health Advisory Committee.

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MedTrainer

MAY 31, 2024

Healthcare compliance is at a tipping point. To handle the ever-growing workload, healthcare compliance professionals must embrace technology. Automation can reduce the redundant administrative tasks and broken processes that plague compliance — at a significant time and cost savings. What is Healthcare Compliance Automation?

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Healthcare It News

NOVEMBER 5, 2021

The aim is to tackle the challenges within the healthcare industry, where staff often work in silos as a result of strict compliance regulations, patient privacy concerns and technology restrictions. WHY IT MATTERS. Connected health technologies can provide fast, chronic and preventive care to patients on-demand at any time or place.

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Compliancy Group

JANUARY 23, 2025

The federal False Claims Act prohibits someone from knowingly presenting or causing a false claim for payment if the federal government will pay for that claim. Compliancy Group supports healthcare organizations through robust regulatory compliance training and incident reporting tools. What is the False Claims Act?

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Healthcare IT Today

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Bill Murphy, Director of Security & Compliance at LeanTaaS Hospitals and health systems store vast amounts of sensitive data, and data security breaches have far-reaching consequences. It’s important to establish strong connections with existing governance forums to secure ownership of risk by functional leaders.

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