It is very likely. Breaches are becoming more prevalent and affect practices of all types and sizes. And even if your practice doesn’t experience a breach, you may still be fined by the Office for Civil Rights (OCR) for HIPAA violations. We can help your practice stay on top of the latest health care news,… Read the rest »
Life is hectic, we know, so here’s a recap of the Healthcare Weekly Hot Topics you can’t afford to miss: 1) ONC yanks certification for two EHR products. Healthcare IT News, September 3, 2015. The Office of the National Coordinator for Health IT announced that two previously certified parts of the Medicare and Medicaid EHR… Read the rest »
If your practice is using , storing or transmitting patients’ protected health information (“PHI”), you must be certain that the PHI is properly protected, staff members are well trained on appropriate procedures and your written policies and procedures are current. Health and Human Services Office of Civil Rights issued its Final Rule effective September 23,… Read the rest »
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