Document Health Insurance Informed Consent 
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]
American Medical Compliance
MARCH 11, 2024
These are recordkeeping and documentation. While the primary focus in dentistry is patient health and well-being, carefully keeping records is equally needed. They include principles of patient care, confidentiality, and informed consent. Hence, these records serve as a vital communication tool among dental professionals.
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Compliancy Group
NOVEMBER 29, 2024
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?
Healthcare IT Today
OCTOBER 20, 2023
When the sector is set to face shortages of between 37,800 and 124,000 physicians by 2034, generative AI could alleviate administrative work, such as summarizing patient calls and managing electronic health records (EHRs), to allow medical staff to focus on improving patient care.
Compliancy Group
DECEMBER 16, 2024
Some records going through health information exchange miss crucial information, making healthcare delivery more challenging and less efficient. The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) addresses these challenges.
Compliancy Group
NOVEMBER 27, 2024
Bringing about positive health outcomes depends significantly on sharing protected health information (PHI) with other doctors, facilities, and insurers. Understanding the HIPAA rules and the security steps to take can help protect patient information and maintain EMR compliance.
Compliancy Group
OCTOBER 21, 2024
Hospitals, private practices, and other healthcare facilities must safeguard patient privacy and ensure proper collection and use of all information they collect from the people in their care. Failure to get informed consent can have dire consequences for your organization.
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