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HIPAA Violations and Small Practices

Nurse Practitioners in Business

Small practices are at risk for HIPAA violations. HIPAA, aka the Healthcare Insurance Portability and Accountability Act, requires providers and healthcare organizations to protect patient health information. Check out the Nurse Practitioners in Business Facebook Group Become a Member of the NPBO Ready to start your own practice?

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Record-Keeping Beyond Charts

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HIPAA-related documents, such as privacy notices and release-of-information forms, also fall under this category. Financial Records Every business is required to track and record all income and expenses. HIPAA Documentation Keep signed patient acknowledgments of your Notice of Privacy Practices. By Johanna Hofmann, MBA, MAc.,

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

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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. HIPAA Compliance: Ensure patient records are secure and private. Join Communities: Look for NP associations, business networking groups, or online forums.

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What Is A Clearing House & Do You Need One?

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Secure Data Exchange Clearinghouses help ensure data transmission complies with HIPAA security standards , which is essential when handling sensitive patient and billing information. Clearinghouses provide a streamlined process and ensure HIPAA compliance. appeared first on Nurse Practitioners in Business.

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Leasing Office Space for Your NP Practice

Nurse Practitioners in Business

Lease Term and Renewal Options Ideally, the lease term (the length of the agreement) would align with your business plans. Be cautious of long leases without early termination clauses, especially if your business model is still evolving. Consider how long you want to commit to the space. Can you display exterior signage?

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HIPAA Compliance for Business Associates Refresher Training

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In today’s healthcare environment, ensuring compliance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) is more crucial than ever, especially for business associates. What You Will Learn: Background of business associates What is a business associate?

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Marketing Smart: Is Your Advertising FTC Compliant?

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The commission is tasked with preventing fraud and unfair business practices and has issued many clarifications and rulings over the years. The FTC examines all types of businesses, and enforcement, fines, and penalties are not limited to the big players alone.