Rachel V. Rose, JD, MBA

Physicians need to establish an effective Enterprise Risk Management plan when assessing risk in relation to HIPAA and the HITECH Act.

A look at the HIPAA Omnibus Rule may also provide physicians with some ways to examine other compliance issues and impact revenues as well.

The new HIPAA Omnibus Rule includes heightened attention on business associate agreements. Here are some details your medical practice should know.

If your medical practice has contracts or affiliations with the military, you need to be aware of additional privacy regulations.

The latest clarifications and revisions to HIPAA require some careful reading by physicians. A little help from a professional might help too.

Patient care is at the heart of both ICD-10 and Value-Based Purchasing. But following the principals of each can also enhance your revenue cycle.

Here's a primer on The False Claims Act, why medical practices should know all about this federal statute, and how to avoid violations.

Here are five legal issues private practices should be sure to follow in the new year to avoid potential pitfalls.