August 22nd 2024
Physicians and practices alike should have safeguards in place to prevent situations like this from happening.
August 9th 2024
Each practice should learn from the result of this HIPAA case.
July 11th 2024
The physical and mental deterioration of a loved one coupled with the discussion of death are not pleasant topics to discuss.
June 20th 2024
Allowing employees to use their own devices at work could raise privacy concerns.
May 23rd 2024
In-house counsel and compliance staff should learn from this case and adapt training accordingly.
Real Life Stories Show Doctors Need Defensive Planning
Recent headlines illustrate the wide range of risks that doctors should be legally and financially prepared to face during the course of their career.
Low-cost Strategies for Medical Practice Compliance
Medical practice compliance can be challenging, but implementing a basic compliance program can help you avoid violations.
MGMA's CEO on MACRA, Negativity in Medicine
Physicians Practice spoke with Medical Group Management Association CEO, Halee Fischer-Wright, on the MACRA final rule and the reasons for physician angst.
Is Your Patient Telling the Truth?
A former FBI agent talks about the sure tell signs that a patient may be lying to you.
CMS Expands APM Opportunities in MACRA
CMS is expanding the number of practices that can take part in the Advanced Payment Model pathway in MACRA.
Finding Success through Practice Collaboration
For independent practices worried the future means merging or an acquisition, collaboration may be the key to survival.
For MGMA16 Attendees, MACRA Will Steal the Show
The final MACRA rule was released a few weeks ago. Not surprisingly, MGMA16 plans to provide attendees a lot of information on the subject.
9 Things to Do and See at MGMA16 Annual Conference
If you are attending this year’s Medical Group Management Association conference in San Francisco, here are nine things to put on your agenda.
How Does the Fight against Opioids Affect Your Practice?
Different states are enacting various prescription measures to fight against opioid abuse. Here's what you need to know about these regulations.
Coding Questions: Collecting Copays from Annual Exams
What are the rules when it comes to completing chart notes after the time of service? Can doctors charge a copay for an annual exam?
Using a Cloud Service Provider? Get a BAA
Recent guidance from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) reinforces that the HIPAA conduit exception does not apply to Cloud Service Providers.
Doctors are Divided on the 2016 Presidential Election
Donald Trump vs. Hillary Clinton? Many physicians are having a hard time picking either and healthcare isn't the reason why.
MACRA, MIPS and APMs: An Unappetizing Alphabet Soup
The cold reality of life under MACRA should be alarming to small and solo practice physicians.
The United States Health Care Delivery System in 2016
After watching the final Presidential debate of the 2016 election, one physician wonders where do we go from here?
Clicking for "Quality" Care is Frustrating
One doctor shares her problems with insurance companies making time-consuming, non-reimbursed checklist requests of physicians.
MACRA Final Rule Brings Optimism, Lingering Concern
Experts analyze the final rule adjusting Medicare reimbursement. Were there more positive or negative developments for small practices?
8 Quotes that Will Help You Understand MACRA Better
Don't have time to read 2,300 pages of MACRA policy? Here are eight quotes that can help you understand the rule better.
MACRA Final Rule Released, Small Practices Given Support
CMS drops the final rule for implementation of MACRA. What does it mean for small practices?
Top 5 Strategies to Succeed Under MACRA
Before you know it, your reimbursement will be affected by MACRA. Here are five ways practices can prepare now.
Practice Rounds: AMA Lends a Hand with MACRA
The AMA introduces digital tools to help practices transition to the MACRA era. New data reveals which specialties are Republican.
Steps to Avoid Bad Business Associate Agreement Behavior
Here are six things physician practices can do to stay HIPAA compliant and not get in trouble for a failed business associate agreement.
The Evolution of the Medical Biller
Based on the evolution of the field, medical billers have to adapt or they'll find themselves out of a job.
Compliance or Preventative (Legal) Care for Practices
Here are eight elements of an effective corporate compliance program, which can prevent healthcare fraud and abuse before it ever starts.
Task Force Hones in on Medicare Fraud
Here are a few lessons practices can take from the recent announcement of criminal charges brought up against three physicians by a federal task force.
How to Protect Your Practice from Cybercrime
Your practice is a favorite target for cyberattacks. Here are steps you can take to avoid being victimized by these crimes.
Physicians are Frustrated with the Affordable Care Act
Ask physicians about the ACA this election season and you'll find many don't think they are better off than they were four years ago.
Is Cyber-Security Insurance Right for Your Practice?
With cyberattacks and breaches of patient data becoming disturbingly common, cyber-security insurance might be worth the cost.
Use MACRA Flexibility to Prepare, Not Slack Off
CMS recently gave physicians much-needed flexibility in complying with MACRA. Now, physicians must make use of this reprieve.
MACRA Changes Are a Good First Step, Say Provider Groups
Provider groups say CMS' changes to the first year of MACRA compliance reporting are a nice first step, but more needs to be done.
Practice Rounds: CMS Announces Flexibility for MACRA
Big news out of CMS this week with acting administrator, Andy Slavitt announcing flexibility for physicians in complying with MACRA regulations next year