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What Is A Clearing House & Do You Need One?

Nurse Practitioners in Business

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. How Does the Clearinghouse Fit into Your Revenue Cycle?

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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. Violations of HIPAA occur across all types and sizes of organizations, although breaches in larger organizations tend to receive more publicity. Smaller organizations, including private practices, often unintentionally violate HIPAA regulations.

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Privacy Alert – Real Life Stories

Nurse Practitioners in Business

When we hear of another HIPAA incident, many think of a hospital data breach or a hacked healthcare network. Most of us don’t think about HIPAA violations in the context of small, private practices. But regular, non-HIPAA-compliant email is unsafe, and I politely said no! I realize you are well familiar with HIPAA.

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How to Start a Physical Therapy Business: 14 Steps Guide

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

Or would you prefer to work with other physical therapists, open a franchise or purchase an existing private practice in physical therapy? Consult with an attorney to make sure you understand how to start a physical therapy business that adheres to HIPAA standards.