Rachel V. Rose, J.D., MBA

In part one of a three-part series, human capital expert Angelo Scozia explains how medical practices can decrease risk and increase revenue.

A new year brings key changes medical practices need to know about. Here are five you should start thinking about today.

Assess the risk of vulnerability and threats regarding your EHR and protected health information to avoid liability issues for your medical practice.

Ensuring a "chain of trust" is present with protected health information is essential for medical practices following the HIPAA Final Omnibus Rule.

A look at how enterprise risk management can help prepare medical practices for the looming ICD-10 coding transition.

Experts on enterprise risk management and your medical practice, the changing dynamic of risk, and the effect on human capital.

Some tips on having patient finance discussions at your medical practice.

Coding compliance tips for physicians' ICD-10 transition.

Know how your practice's business associates are covered under the Omnibus rule.

Whether a physician's financial institution qualifies as a business associate under HIPAA depends on several factors.

Make sure the medical apps you use aren't subject to FDA oversight, or other regulatory requirements.

With most HIPAA Final Omnibus Rule provisions now in effect, it's a good time for providers to review their policies.

Enterprise risk management can be a valuable tool for medical practices in anticipating, planning, and preventing certain patient care decisions.

Breast Cancer Awareness Month is an ideal time for providers to educate patients on prevention efforts and the quest for a cure.

A recent Medicaid fraud settlement in Texas holds two important lessons for physicians regarding business relationships.

How does a proposed data hub for newly-ensured patients affect your practice? Hint: It has to do with cybersecurity and HIPAA.

Do you know what the new "Two Midnight Rule" is? You should as it is critical for physicians to appreciate.

With multiple reform programs and changes in reimbursement being considered, it might be time to look at new ways to mitigate the impacts at your practice.

A pair of recent court decisions further highlights the need for physicians to comply with the Anti-Kickback Statute and the Sunshine Act.

With more than 2,200 hospitals recently notified of reimbursement reductions by CMS, now is the time for physicians to watch those readmission rates.

Here's a look at what covered entities are under the HIPAA Omnibus Rule and where pharmacies that work with your medical practice fit in.

Discussing patient information outside of your practice and over the telephone can result in disclosure of protected health information (PHI).

A move to repeal the Medicare SGR moved another step forward with the goal of smaller pay raises in the near future and more emphasis on quality measures.

The insurer's recent settlement with HHS should be a reminder to physicians that a lack of HIPAA safeguards can result in serious issues for their practice.

The House will discuss a bill this week to reform the Medicare SGR formula and replace it with annual pay raises. Here's what it means for physicians.

Real Estate Investment Trusts could be a viable solution for healthcare providers seeking capitals. Here's a primer on what they are and what they could mean.

Collaborations between physicians and other healthcare entities can be beneficial …but they can also violate federal and state antitrust laws.

Two recent HIPAA violations, and a looming compliance date, mean now is the time to ensure privacy and security policies are in place at your medical practice.

Before joining a hospital or large health system, physicians should consider their potential partner's financing strategy.