Rachel V. Rose, JD, MBA

Colorado is one of only six states that doesn't require doctors to undergo criminal records checks, but change is on the way.

Failure to properly train your staff can lead to costly mistakes when documenting using EHR.

A recent data breach serves as a reminder to practices about the importance of the Breach Notification Rule's requirements.

As the healthcare system in the U.S. undergoes a shift under MACRA, it's important to look at "access to care" and what it means.

Some physicians will have a lot more to worry about this year than having to lose 10 pounds or improving their healthy eating habits.

Change is coming. A repeal of the ACA, MACRA, and other vital issues will have to stay on a practice's radar in 2017.

More insight and important takeaways for physicians with regards to the final rule around safe harbors for the Anti-Kickback Statute.

A recent case exemplified why every practice - regardless of size - needs to play by the rules when it comes to the False Claims Act and Stark Law.

A New Jersey physician's actions of submitting thousands of false claims to Medicare and Medicaid cost him more than a fine.

Nearly a year after being convicted, three pharmaceutical company employees are sentenced for healthcare fraud and HIPAA violations.

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.

It's better to learn from others mistakes. A recent HIPAA fine underscores the importance of timely and accurate BAAs.

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.

It doesn't matter how small or big your practice is, you need to be prepared for ransomware attacks.

Recent ransomware attacks and the Phase II Office for Civil Rights Audits underscore the importance of adequate policies and procedures.

Recent fines and arrests should show physicians there is heightened scrutiny on their prescribing of painkillers.

Why Aug. 1 is an important for physicians to know, with regards to Civil Monetary Penalties (CMPs) and the False Claims Act (FCA).

An innovative nine-year old patient is proof there are outside-the-box ways to improve patient satisfaction and outcomes.

Different types of data breaches at two hospitals in Michigan and New Mexico underscore HIPAA liability concerns.

Performance-based reimbursement and two recent court holdings underscore the importance of patient care, as well as the notion that physicians can be fired.

A recent ruling from the U.S. Court of Appeals emphasizes why it's important for physicians to not cut corners.

What are the three things physicians should take from the recently released proposed rule on MACRA implementation?

As physicians create joint ventures and Accountable Care Organizations, what do they have to know about structuring a new entity?

A recent ruling from an administrative law judge emphasizes the importance of HIPAA compliance for physicians.

A recent rule on the National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS) and an article on mHealth show why it's important to stay on top of HIPAA and mental health.

The increasing prevalence of organizations’ data being held hostage until ransom is paid should cause physicians and all holders of PHI to have a “Plan B.”

With the new rules around the confidentiality of substance abuse records circulated this month, physicians need to update policies and procedures.

Recent guidance from the U.S. Department of Justice can help structure compliance programs in relation to HIPAA and cybersecurity.

The latest guidance from the FDA in relation to cybersecurity vulnerabilities is something that physicians and patients need to know.

A recent case indicates that practices cannot cut corners when it comes to ensuring business associates are compliant with HIPAA.