Montefiore Medical Center Slapped with $4.75 Million HHS Settlement
If the first HHS settlement of 2024 is any indication of what’s to come, it’s going to be an expensive year for violators of HIPAA. On February [...]
What Regulations Cover the CHAMPVA, TRICARE, and MHA Programs?
Military personnel and their families make extraordinary sacrifices for their country. Federal government agencies, like the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), provide benefits and programs to [...]
Department of Justice (DOJ) Evaluation of Corporate Compliance Programs
Regarding compliance in the healthcare field, a practice, doctor’s office, or healthcare organization is constantly in the spotlight. When a person or group fails to follow a [...]
What Are OSHA Medical Clinic Standards?
Whether you're a patient seeking medical attention or a healthcare professional providing care, it is crucial to have a safe and secure environment. This is where OSHA [...]
Using an OSHA Checklist in Your Medical Office
In the healthcare industry, safety and compliance are of utmost importance. Whether you're a patient seeking medical care or a healthcare professional providing it, ensuring a safe [...]
Importance of Policies and Procedures in Healthcare
Many organizations struggle with crafting policies and procedures. In healthcare, guidelines are far more essential than in other businesses. Following guidelines helps set expectations. They guide office [...]
What Is a SOC 2 Bridge Letter?
A service organization control (SOC) 2 report is important for assessing a healthcare organization’s commitment to financial and patient data security. When it comes to maintaining the [...]
Digital Technology Assessment Criteria Explained
Technology has become an integral part of our everyday lives, from smartphones to wearables, there’s a digital solution for almost everything. This includes healthcare, where digital technology [...]
Everything You Need to Know About OSHA 300 Reporting
The Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) was established to ensure safe and healthy work environments, making reporting workplace injuries and illnesses vital to its success. Each [...]
HIPAA Breach Risk Assessment Tool: Safeguarding PHI
The healthcare industry faces numerous challenges in protecting patient information. And, with electronic health records (EHRs) becoming the norm, ensuring the security and privacy of sensitive data [...]
