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Comply with Privacy Rights to Avoid Unconsented Intimate Exams

AIHC

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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How to Ensure Dental Regulatory Compliance 

American Medical Compliance

In a survey , dental providers agree that careful and precise recordkeeping is indispensable, emphasizing the importance of documenting elements such as patient histories, examination results, diagnoses, radiographs, treatment plans, consent forms, and clinic notes. This does not only facilitate comprehensive patient care.

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Safeguarding Patient Privacy Through EMR Compliance

Compliancy Group

When anyone in your organization transmits electronic medical records (EMRs), they must obtain prior authorization from the patient and do so per the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). Understanding the HIPAA rules and the security steps to take can help protect patient information and maintain EMR compliance.

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Is Verbal Consent Permitted for HIPAA?

Compliancy Group

When understanding what practices are permissible under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), it makes sense to plan for various contingencies. For example, if a patient cannot provide written consent for releasing their protected health information (PHI), is verbal consent permitted for HIPAA?

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What is Healthcare Compliance Ethics?

MedTrainer

That’s why healthcare compliance regulations exist. What is healthcare compliance ethics? In this blog, we’ll discuss how compliance came into being and why ethics are closely monitored by federal, state, and local governments. What is Healthcare Compliance Ethics? Who Enforces Healthcare Compliance Ethics?

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What is Non-Compliance in Healthcare?

MedTrainer

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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Topics Covered in Healthcare Compliance Training

MedTrainer

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?