Total HIPAA

OCTOBER 3, 2023

When a company effectively communicates the significance of cybersecurity, ensures that team members know how to report suspicious incidents, and implements accurate risk assessments along with clear policies and procedures, we refer to this as a “culture of compliance”. This approach significantly enhances your security measures.

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MedTrainer

DECEMBER 7, 2023

Healthcare compliance in New Mexico mirrors the state’s diverse culture, with unique regulations that differ from other states, such as credentialing documentation requirements for managed care organizations. New Mexico’s parity law requires insurers to cover telemedicine services to the same extent as in-person services.

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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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MedTrainer

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

Managing healthcare compliance in Ohio presents a unique set of challenges for compliance officers, healthcare professionals, and administrators. Organizations need to successfully navigate the regulatory landscape in order to provide efficient and ethical healthcare services, and to avoid consequences for non-compliance.

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AIHC

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

Lessons Learned about Consequences & Incentives Submitted by the AIHC Education Department Introduction The Office of Inspector General has released the new General Compliance Program Guidance or “GCPG” in late 2023. The British government decided to take action and offered citizens a bounty to redeem for dead cobras.

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AIHC

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

Lessons Learned about Consequences & Incentives Submitted by the AIHC Education Department Introduction The Office of Inspector General has released the new General Compliance Program Guidance or “GCPG” in late 2023. The British government decided to take action and offered citizens a bounty to redeem for dead cobras.

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MedTrainer

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Healthcare providers, organizations, and compliance officers in Michigan State need to be aware of their state-specific laws and regulations in order to navigate compliance successfully. This article serves as a quick-reference guide for maintaining healthcare compliance in Michigan State.

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MedTrainer

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

Being aware of the newest healthcare compliance rules and regulations is no easy task. Governing bodies are constantly updating standards due to changes in legislation, technological advancements, new medical research, societal dynamics, and more. With a resounding 2.8 Department of Health and Human Services.

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C&M Health Law

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) published the General Compliance Program Guidance (GCPG) on November 6, 2023. The GCPG provides updated descriptions of the seven elements of an effective compliance program that health care entities have long relied upon. The Office of the Inspector General (OIG) of the U.S.

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MedTrainer

JULY 13, 2023

As the VP of Compliance at MedTrainer, I’m not only intrigued by the potential of this technology, but also by the new questions and concerns related to AI and healthcare compliance. These are some of the most common concerns around AI and healthcare compliance.

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MedTrainer

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Enter the Healthcare Compliance Officer — a role of paramount importance, ensuring that healthcare organizations operate within legal and ethical boundaries. Use this checklist on how to shine in your new compliance role when you’re ready to take the leap and apply or accept a position! What Is a Healthcare Compliance Officer?

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Healthcare Law Blog

OCTOBER 2, 2023

The government buys billions of dollars in healthcare-related goods and services every year, and no government procurement is perfect. If the answer is “yes”—or even “maybe”—healthcare companies may file a bid protest at the Government Accountability Office (“GAO”) or the U.S.

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YouCompli

MAY 31, 2023

Four approaches to remain calm during stressful times Jay Anstine is a compliance professional and consultant in Colorado. He writes on compliance culture for the YouCompli blog. This post looks at the power of staying calm during stressful times in order to maintain support for your compliance program. No, not regulations.

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Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

JUNE 8, 2022

based attorney in the health law practice of Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz about what providers should be doing to ensure compliance when the PHE finally sunsets. State government executive orders. What do you see as the primary compliance issues providers will have to contend with? Cohen, a Washington, D.C.-based

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YouCompli

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

Raising prices on your hospital’s chargemaster can also raise your level of compliance grief. Compliance officers can help protect revenue and reduce the risk of penalties by collaborating with the Finance and Reimbursement departments to navigate the dynamics of outlier payments and prospective repayment.

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YouCompli

NOVEMBER 18, 2023

In this article, we will examine four essential listening skills that help compliance officers be more effective within their organizations. Or can you find a way to adapt the presentation in real-time to make it more interactive? Others were about privacy or another compliance matter. Soldier on with your scripted remarks?

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MRO Compliance

OCTOBER 9, 2024

However, health systems must ensure that these solutions align with stringent data governance and security standards. Given the unique challenges presented by these two areas, health systems and their vendor partners will need to focus on creating more efficient workflows and leveraging technology to improve data exchange processes.

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YouCompli

JUNE 20, 2023

Three Ways to Create and Maintain a Healthy Compliance Culture Jay Anstine is a compliance professional and consultant in Colorado. He is writing a series of articles on compliance culture for the YouCompli blog.   The Compliance department can’t own culture. I think I’ve said that a few times on this blog!

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Hall Render

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

Department of Health and Human Services (“HHS”) issued new General Compliance Program Guidance (“GCPG”) for members of the health care compliance community and other health care stakeholders. Key Highlights of the GCPG Much of what is covered in the GCPG is not new to the health care compliance industry.

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MedTrainer

AUGUST 25, 2023

While YouTube has become a go-to resource for tutorials, entertainment, and educational content — all of which are indeed free — finding healthcare compliance training you can trust isn’t easy. Let’s review 15 reasons why you shouldn’t use YouTube for healthcare compliance trainings, along with your best alternative option.

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Medisys Compliance

MARCH 5, 2024

Introduction Cardiology billing presents unique challenges due to evolving regulatory landscapes, complex coding requirements, and the constant scrutiny of payer audits. This complexity is reflected in the coding and billing requirements set forth by government payers such as Medicare, as well as private insurance companies.

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Compliancy Group

MAY 9, 2024

More compliance officers are prioritizing a solution that helps reduce this type of strain: GRC automation. Centralizing your Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) processes is a simple way to streamline your compliance efforts. However, while GRC presents several benefits, you must have a solution to host your efforts.

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YouCompli

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

Now, you may be asking, “So what does this have to do with healthcare compliance?” For that reason, if you want to improve the culture of compliance and get those leaders’ buy-in, then make sure you’re providing and delivering great customer service when consulting them. the 2005 OIG Compliance Program Guidance).

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HIPAA Journal

NOVEMBER 29, 2022

HIPAA Journal is conducting interviews with healthcare professionals and service providers to find out more about their compliance journeys, how the HIPAA Rules have affected their working lives, and the successes and challenges they have faced with HIPAA compliance. Director, HIPAA Security & Regulatory Compliance, PPFA.

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Total Medical Compliance Resources

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

Social Media Policies Practices should have established policies and procedures to ensure HIPAA compliance. As the landscape of healthcare communication evolves with social media, it is imperative for healthcare practices to adapt their policies to maintain HIPAA compliance. What is ePHI under HIPAA?

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Healthcare It News

OCTOBER 24, 2023

WHY IT MATTERS For healthcare organizations, the use of cookies, tracking technologies, digital advertising and analytics tools that other industries use to drive growth presents serious privacy risks and technical challenges.

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Healthcare IT Today

DECEMBER 21, 2023

The following is a guest article by Mitchell Perry, VP Compliance & Security at Access In the ever-evolving landscape of healthcare IT in US healthcare frameworks, integrating electronic health records (EHRs) has become a cornerstone for providers. If healthcare providers fail to comply, the consequences can be costly.

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HIT Consultant

OCTOBER 18, 2024

This capability is vital for optimizing clinical workflows, enhancing patient outcomes, and ensuring compliance with regulatory mandates such as the ONC and CMS Cures Act Final Rule, which underscore the importance of data access, transparency, and patient empowerment in modern healthcare delivery.

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Health Care Law Brief

JUNE 2, 2022

For the reasons discussed below, DTC telehealth platforms should re-visit their compliance plans and be prepared for increased state and federal regulatory scrutiny. Variety of Risks Present in Telehealth Arrangements. Concerns Proliferate for Telehealth Platforms. What type of telehealth encounters will take place on the platform?

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AIHC

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

The Compliance Training Challenge You are working against “Here we go, again” attitude. Workforce members attend HIPAA, compliance, OSHA and other mandatory training sessions, then go right back to their job without much change unless the trainer catches their attention and can influence behavior. This builds trust.

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MedTrainer

APRIL 20, 2023

One way to stand out and elevate your career is as a Certified Compliance and Ethics Professional (CCEP). CCEP certification demonstrates your dedication to ethical practices and compliance within the healthcare industry. Why Become a CCEP? This leads to better decision-making and a more robust work environment for everyone involved.

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Healthcare IT Today

AUGUST 1, 2022

Best in KLAS solutions provider broadens RLDatix’s capabilities across governance, risk and compliance while helping organizations meet complex data regulatory requirements. Galen is an award-winning, KLAS-ranked healthcare IT company providing high-skilled, cross-platform expertise. RLDatix is on a mission to change healthcare.

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MRO Compliance

JANUARY 14, 2022

Recently I had the opportunity to present a webinar with two of my MRO colleagues, where we explored the future of technology as it relates to health information management (HIM), revenue integrity and clinical data. We discussed what is on the horizon and how to prepare for the future regarding technology, privacy, compliance and security.

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HIT Consultant

OCTOBER 4, 2024

Bill Charnetski, EVP of Health System solutions and Government Affairs at PointClickCare Now that we’re halfway through 2024, we’ve gained significant insights into the most pressing healthcare issues facing our industry and how they might shape the future. While well-intentioned, the unfunded mandate presents a multifaceted problem.

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Compliancy Group

MAY 31, 2024

The Office of Inspector General (OIG) plays a crucial role in overseeing compliance and integrity across the healthcare industry. They are designed to assess an organization’s adherence to certain laws and regulations, help identify areas of non-compliance, and recommend corrective actions as needed.

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HIT Consultant

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

Mishandling or misplacing sensitive data can lead to compliance violations, legal repercussions, and reputational damage. Non-compliance not only carries financial penalties but also poses ethical dilemmas and compromises patient trust. Moreover, the importance of regular audits and continuous monitoring cannot be overstated.

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Bill of Health

JANUARY 10, 2022

history, which is now killing more than 100,000 people a year, the country’s outdated and restrictive federal regulatory schemes that pertain to methadone and buprenorphine present a pernicious and persistent barrier to accessing OUD medications. However, during the worst drug poisoning crisis in U.S.

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