Nurse Practitioners in Business

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

One reason for this is the big elephant in the room… HIPAA , even though we’re talking about marketing emails that don’t contain personal health information (PHI) per se. Digital Marketing and HIPAA Privacy laws have changed and will continue to develop as technology does. However, only a few use email in their marketing.

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Symplr

MAY 3, 2022

Last year marked 25 years since the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) was established, and this year HIPAA may be undergoing changes related to patient access to protected health information (PHI). In a recent webinar , Lynne Rinehimer, Esq.,

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Nurse Practitioners in Business

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

Notability, we’ll address HIPAA breaches and ransomware attacks in a separate article. In this episode, I’m talking about how you, as an individual in healthcare may be targeted by scammers to release your own personal information or to inadvertently give someone access to protected healthcare information.

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Travel Nursing Central

OCTOBER 4, 2022

But, at what point does “venting” or sharing become HIPAA violations? One of the most common social media HIPAA violations includes posting patient gossip. The HIPAA Privacy Rule prohibits the use of PHI on social media networks. However, if it isn’t used with caution, HIPAA violations can happen.

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American Medical Compliance

FEBRUARY 15, 2023

Buy Course Today The post HIPAA Training For Emergency Medical Services (EMS) appeared first on American Medical Compliance. Training materials can be accessed using any device. An online training course also enables you to receive training regardless of location for as long as you can access the net.

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American Medical Compliance

MARCH 11, 2024

These include but are not limited to the following: Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) HIPAA has strict guidelines regarding the privacy and security of patients’ protected health information (PHI).

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American Medical Compliance

MARCH 15, 2024

It requires careful structuring of financial relationships between physicians and healthcare entities. HIPAA Finally, HIPAA, or the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act, is a federal law that sets standards for the protection of sensitive patient health information.

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Nurse Practitioners in Business

AUGUST 17, 2023

Ensuring HIPAA Compliance : Beyond its crucial role in insurance billing, a corporate NPI plays a role in maintaining HIPAA compliance across diverse healthcare transactions, safeguarding practices from potential compliance blunders. This can facilitate access to industry-specific tools, discounts, or unique offerings.

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American Medical Compliance

JANUARY 15, 2024

It sets strict standards and requirements for healthcare providers and organizations to protect patient privacy and the confidentiality of their medical records. When telemedicine is involved, adhering to HIPAA is crucial for maintaining patient trust and ensuring that sensitive health information remains private and secure.

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Healthcare Law Insights blog

DECEMBER 27, 2023

The Law Enforcement Exception to HIPAA As a baseline, HIPAA-covered entities may disclose PHI to law enforcement with a patient’s signed HIPAA authorization. HIPAA regulations list several scenarios in which covered entities can provide PHI to law enforcement absent patient authorization.

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American Medical Compliance

JUNE 26, 2023

Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Office for Civil Rights (OCR) granted enforcement discretion for certain aspects of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) during the public health emergency. Protecting patient information is crucial for fostering trust between patients and healthcare providers.

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American Medical Compliance

JUNE 24, 2023

A hospital security patient privacy breach has resulted in a hefty settlement of $240,000 under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). The breach involved numerous patients’ personal health information (PHI) and violated the HIPAA Privacy Rule, which mandates strict protection of patient data.

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American Medical Compliance

JANUARY 12, 2023

Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) released a bulletin warning that certain website tracking technologies may violate the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). HHS notes that tracking of protected health information on these websites must comply with HIPAA privacy rules. JD Supra (2022, December 6).

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American Medical Compliance

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Unfortunately, all of these could lead to severe legal consequences, including HIPAA violations. Do: Educate yourself on HIPAA compliance Study the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) guidelines. These include potential data interception, unauthorized access, and man-in-the-middle attacks.

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Scrubs

AUGUST 8, 2023

However, with HIPAA and patient privacy concerns, some nurses may be disciplined for this if it isn’t done at appropriate times. Under HIPAA, facilities “must implement device and media controls as a part of their physical safeguards.”

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The Nursing Site

MAY 22, 2023

Social media is a great place to post about being proud to be a nurse, to list your accomplishments (being HIPAA compliant, of course) , and to encourage others to explore the career options nursing affords. Educate your own family and friends on what we do and how we make a difference everyday. THANK YOU FOR BEING A NURSE!

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American Medical Compliance

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

This was a violation of HIPAA requirements based on the security rule. Learn more about improving your organization’s cybersecurity practices by taking our HIPAA Regulations and Cybersecurity Training for Healthcare Personnel course today. Banner Health had to pay a $1.25 Visit [link] for more information.

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American Medical Compliance

JANUARY 9, 2024

Staying Compliant in Healthcare HIPAA plays a large role in healthcare compliance. Additionally, the HIPAA Privacy Rule applies to health plans, health care clearinghouses, and healthcare providers who perform specific electronic health care transactions. To become certified, please visit us at: American Medical Compliance (AMC).

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American Medical Compliance

AUGUST 10, 2023

How AMC Can Help AMC offers a HIPAA Regulations and Cybersecurity Training for Healthcare Providers 3.0. This course is designed to educate healthcare providers on maintaining compliance with HIPAA laws while outlining proper data and security protocols.

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Nurse Practitioners in Business

MARCH 9, 2024

Whatever approach you choose, be sure you remain HIPAA-compliant and that your data is secure. While many software programs provide continuous backup, you still want to ensure that a routine, secure data backup is ongoing. Some prefer manual redundant backups, while others use secure backups to the cloud.

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Symplr

JUNE 26, 2023

The certification encompasses the requirements of several other security regulations and frameworks, including HIPAA, SOC 2, NIST, and ISO 27001. The HITRUST Assurance Program includes U.S.

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American Medical Compliance

APRIL 18, 2024

This training aims to bridge the gap between emerging research and clinical practice, providing practitioners with the latest diagnostic tools and methodologies What you will learn: Points to address with persons who have a diagnosis of dementia Important issues to consider when discussing a dementia diagnosis with care partners HIPAA rules affecting (..)

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American Medical Compliance

JULY 3, 2023

Learn more about how to remain HIPAA compliant by taking our HIPAA Regulations and Cybersecurity Training for Healthcare Personnel course today. Investing in safe conditions mitigates these financial burdens, allowing resources to be allocated toward improved patient care and staff development. Visit [link] for more information.

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Healthcare Law Insights blog

APRIL 28, 2023

The Office for Civil Rights (“OCR”) is exercising enforcement discretion to allow good faith use of telehealth during the Federal PHE, even if the services are not provided through HIPAA-compliant technology. The transition period will be in effect beginning on May 12, 2023, and will expire on August 9, 2023.

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Nurse Practitioners in Business

FEBRUARY 24, 2024

If you fail to get your business credentialed with the NPI-2, not only are you in violation of HIPAA, but you may also run the risk of not getting paid. The NPI-1 identifies you as an individual provider, whereas the NPI-2 is an organization identifier.

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Scrubs

AUGUST 9, 2023

Under HIPAA’s privacy rule, all patients have the right to inspect, review, and receive a copy of their medical records and billing records that are held by health plans and health care providers. Getting access to your medical records isn’t always easy. However, state laws and provider regulations can complicate this process.

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Symplr

MARCH 30, 2022

The Physician Self-Referral Law (aka Stark law). The Anti-Kickback Statute. Price transparency. These and many other regulations keep healthcare compliance teams on track toward compliance, safety, and continuing quality improvement.

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Scrubs

AUGUST 28, 2023

We navigate the HIPAA laws…or try to, even through the angry phone calls. We care, and we believe, we give and we receive, we comfort and we pray, and we work as a team to heal. We are the eyes and ears of not only the physicians, but the families who cannot be there.

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American Nurse

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

Day 1 Course content Delivery method Learner activity Time Introduction to PCA Role and Course Purpose TCHHN and Healthcare Team Instructor led Didactic 30 min Role, Responsibilities, and Accountability Instructor led Didactic 20 min Professionalism, Dress Code, Cell Phone Policy, Social Media policy Instructor led Didactic 40 min Communication, SBAR, (..)

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Premier Medical Staffing

NOVEMBER 23, 2022

Confidentiality and HIPAA Patient confidentiality is one of the most referenced legal concepts nurses should know. Sharing patient information with unauthorized individuals, whether via email, social media, or through casual conversation, violates HIPAA and can result in serious consequences for the liable party.

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Healthcare Law Insights blog

MARCH 7, 2024

The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) sets the national standard for protecting patient health information. AI systems must adhere to HIPAA’s Privacy and Security Rules, requiring careful consideration of “minimum necessary” data use and de-identification processes that meet the technology’s learning requirements.

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American Medical Compliance

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

Healthcare organizations must comply with many regulations, including the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) , the Affordable Care Act (ACA), and various state-specific regulations. It is not just about following rules but about maintaining the highest standards of patient care and ethical behavior.

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Scrubs

APRIL 25, 2023

The group argued that immigration status should be protected under HIPAA. “This problem is now at our doorstep, and Florida will not stand for it anymore.” The American Civil Liberties Union also opposes the legislation. “I don’t think it’s an exaggeration to say people will die as a result.”

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American Medical Compliance

DECEMBER 20, 2022

Learn more about protecting patient data by taking AMC’s HIPAA Regulations and Cybersecurity Training for Healthcare Personnel course. Get Certified. American Medical Compliance (AMC) is a leader in the industry for compliance, billing, and HR solutions. Visit [link] for more information. Healthcare IT News (2022, November 23).

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American Medical Compliance

AUGUST 16, 2023

Learn more about preventing the potential risks of telehealth and digital hospital systems by taking our HIPAA Regulations and Cybersecurity Training for Healthcare Personnel course today. Get Certified American Medical Compliance (AMC) is a leader in the industry for compliance, billing, and HR solutions. Visit [link] for more information.

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Daily Nurse

JANUARY 2, 2024

Still, many organizations are also integrating newer technologies, such as HIPAA-compliant messaging platforms, for instant communication between staff members. This includes having proper tools to communicate, especially around patient care. Traditional chart notes and whiteboards in rooms are not going anywhere.

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Consult QD

MAY 18, 2023

You know, we have HIPAA. Podcast excerpt Podcast host Carol Pehotsky, DNP, RN, NEA-BC: How do you set some of those boundaries in a way that’s still focused on the patient and compassionate but really maintains that professional relationship? Foxx: So, it’s easy to get pretty black or white here.

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