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The First Year: What to Expect When Running a New Nurse Practitioner Practice

Nurse Practitioners in Business

This is an exciting milestone, but lets face ityour first year in business is going to be a whirlwind. Market online using social media and Google My Business. Personalize communication: Use SMS or email appointment reminders. HIPAA Compliance: Ensure patient records are secure and private. Congratulations!

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You Worked Too Hard to Lose Your License: Protect It with These 10 Essentials

Empowered Nurses

Double-Check Everything, Especially Medications Weve all felt the pressure of a busy shift, but medication errors can have life-altering consequences. Speak Up and Speak Clearly Whether youre communicating with a patient, a colleague, or a physician, clarity is key. That second could save a lifeand your license.

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HIPAA: What You Can and Can’t Disclose

Nurse Practitioners in Business

HIPAA, the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act, has been around since 1996. Specific organizations and individuals, referred to as “Covered Entities,” are subject to the Privacy Rules and include healthcare providers, health plans, healthcare clearing houses, and business associates.

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How to Implement Behavioral Health Compliance Best Practices

Relias

Consider HIPAA as an example: violations classified as “unknown” may incur fines starting at $100 per infraction. While federal guidelines, such as HIPAA and reimbursement rules from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), set the baseline, telehealth and telemedicine standards are largely governed by state regulatory boards.

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Professional Wills: What Happens if You Die?

Nurse Practitioners in Business

In some cases, what happens to the business may be pre-defined. For example, a business organized as a sole proprietorship is automatically dissolved when the owner dies, whereas corporations continue. These rules, however, cover only the aspect of business continuation. Who Needs a Professional Will?

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HIPAA Refresher Training

American Medical Compliance

The HIPAA Refresher training reinforces your understanding of key HIPAA provisions, highlights recent updates, and provides practical tips for maintaining compliance in your daily operations. What You Will Learn: HIPAA Rules Complying with HIPAA Rules Enforcement agencies behind HIPAA Rules Details: Course length: 15 minutes; CME: 0.25

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“Patient Gossip” When Do Social Media Posts Violate HIPAA

The Gypsy Nurse

Adhering to HIPAA guidelines and rules is of the utmost importance to a healthcare professional. But at what point does “venting” or sharing become HIPAA violations? One of the most common social media HIPAA violations includes posting patient gossip. Remember, communication on social media is powerful.