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Implications of Health Systems Losing their Non-Profit Status

Emerging RN Leader

Sherman, EdD, RN, NEA-BC, FAAN Health systems are facing serious headwinds this year with potential cuts to Medicare, Medicaid, and the federal subsidy of health exchanges. A declining economy also threatens the jobs of a significant number of workers in the US and, with it, their health insurance.

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How to Conduct Effective Compliance Audits 

American Medical Compliance

The healthcare industry is highly regulated, with various laws such as the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), the Health Information Technology for Economic and Clinical Health Act (HITECH), and the Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) regulations shaping operations.

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The Relentless School Nurse: Crippling Science – CDC’s Workforce Cuts Amidst Rising Health Threats

The Relentless School Nurse

Long-term Impact : These cuts could significantly impair America’s ability to respond to health crises, especially at a time when the agency has faced challenges in maintaining its core functions. Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health (ARPA-H) : ARPA-H aims to accelerate health research and development.

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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. One of its primary directives is to protect the privacy and security of patients’ health information. with HIV/STIs), usually through public health departments. with HIV/STIs), usually through public health departments.

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Healthcare Policy: What Is It and Why Is It Important?

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

Subcategories of health policy include public health, global health, healthcare services, health insurance, mental health and pharmaceuticals. How Does Health Policy Impact Patients? Having protocols can help prevent human error and poor communication around medical decisions.

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Section 1557 Compliance for Healthcare Providers by July 5, 2025 

American Medical Compliance

Health Insurance Providers : Companies providing health coverage plans. Medicare and Medicaid Participants : Entities receiving payments through these federal programs. Any Organization Receiving HHS Funding : This encompasses a wide range of healthcare-related services and programs.

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Healthcare Compliance for New Providers: Getting Started

American Medical Compliance

Here are the key areas of healthcare compliance. HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) This compliance is crucial for safeguarding patient health information. Additionally, using secure communication channels for transmitting patient information ensures that data is protected during exchanges.