Avoiding Legal Consequences of the False Claims Act in Healthcare
Published On: December 11th, 2024
Most healthcare providers act in good faith and wouldn’t charge for services or treatments they didn’t provide. Unfortunately, such incidents of fraud happen, which is the reason [...]
In early December of 2024, the Department of Health and Human Services’ (HHS) Office for Civil Rights (OCR) announced it has issued a $548,625 civil monetary penalty [...]
Indiana Dental Practice Experiences Ransomware Attack That Exposed PHI
Published On: December 9th, 2024
Jefferson Dental Center, a South Bend, Indiana dental practice operated by Dr. Lorraine Celis, experienced a ransomware attack on November 15, 2024. Details of the ransomware attack that [...]
OCR Issues $1.19 Million CMP Against Florida Provider for HIPAA Workforce Access Violations
Published On: December 6th, 2024
"The past is never dead. It's not even past." (Faulkner, "Requiem for a Nun" 73). In early December of 2024, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services [...]
The Benefits of Healthcare Privacy Compliance Certification
Published On: December 6th, 2024
Staying on top of privacy and confidentiality laws in healthcare requires having professionals with the most advanced skills and experience. Providing access to healthcare privacy compliance certification [...]
42 CFR Part 2 dictates rules for the confidentiality of substance abuse records. Find out when providers are permitted to share records and when they are not.
Healthcare compliance is complex, especially when you have to meet multiple compliance standards. Learn how to navigate HIPAA, OSHA, and SOC 2 requirements.
Each month, we review what caused healthcare data breaches and how they could have been prevented. Learn how to protect your business from breaches and fines.
Whether you’re a healthcare provider, health plan, or healthcare vendor, you must meet HIPAA standards. Learn what’s required for HIPAA compliance and how to implement a successful program.
Keep up to date on HIPAA news by checking in with us. We will provide you with information on changes to HIPAA law, healthcare breaches, HIPAA violations, and OCR fines.
Healthcare organizations that fail to meet HIPAA Privacy, Security, or Breach Notification Rules can face HIPAA violation fines. Find out who has been fined and how they could have prevented penalties.
To be eligible for reimbursement under the Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS), you must meet Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act (MACRA) standards.
The Office for Civil Rights (OCR) is the enforcing body of HIPAA. The OCR conducts investigations into potential HIPAA violations, issuing judgments that can result in settlements.
The Office of Inspector General (OIG) released guidance, referred to as the seven elements of compliance. Find out how to implement an effective compliance program.
OSHA healthcare compliance ensures a safe and healthy environment for patients and staff. Find out how to meet various OSHA standards specific to healthcare.
The HIPAA Right of Access standard requires healthcare providers to comply with patient record requests. This standard is the most cited in HIPAA settlements. Learn the rules.
The American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) created a cybersecurity framework called Service Organization Control Type 2 (SOC 2). Learn how about SOC 2 compliance.
