March 28th 2024
The peculiarities of healthcare makes private equity investments a fraught proposition.
March 15th 2024
The new rule aligns more closely with HIPAA.
March 14th 2024
Health care employers have the obligation to protect their employees and their patients, while also complying with applicable state and federal laws.
March 13th 2024
Healthcare employers have to strike a balance between their ADA responsibilities and the privacy of their employees.
February 29th 2024
Also the US Department of Health and Human Services is emphasizing cybersecurity.
Will Congress Repeal the Stark Law?
A recent hearing by the Senate Finance Committee brought up the possibility the Stark Law could be revamped to something simpler.
Physicians: What's In Your Disaster Recovery Plan?
Recent ransomware attacks and the Phase II Office for Civil Rights Audits underscore the importance of adequate policies and procedures.
How CVS Dealt a Blow to Physician Autonomy
The retail pharmacy chain recently replaced an established drug with a replacement. It's a move that, in one doctor's opinion, usurps physician autonomy.
Dealing with Patients Unhappy over HIPAA Constraints
HIPAA can be a headache for patients, too. Here are some things you can do to calm the waters when patients object to HIPAA restrictions.
Can MOC Be Salvaged or is it Forever Hopeless?
It's your turn. Do you think ABIM's work to revamp MOC will make it an appealing program or not? Take our poll and let us know!
Will Doctors Ever Accept Maintenance of Certification?
The American Board of Internal Medicine is attempting to salvage the name of MOC. Will physicians buy in?
Patients Don't Know A Lot about Commonly Used NSAIDs
A new survey reveals that the public's education on NSAIDs leaves a lot to be desired. The onus, one doctor says, falls on healthcare providers to do so.
MACRA Delay is "Inevitable," Says Expert
In our latest podcast we spoke with two healthcare policy stakeholders on the potential delay of MACRA, and what it could mean for small practices.
Painkiller Prescription under Increased Scrutiny from DOJ
Recent fines and arrests should show physicians there is heightened scrutiny on their prescribing of painkillers.
Can the Olympics Threaten Your Medical Practice?
Medical practice owners and risk managers face a wide variety of risks including some surprising ones, like supporting your favorite Olympic athletes.
Can Small Practices Survive MACRA?
We asked two forward-thinking practices what may very well be the question of the year. Here's what they had to say.
Patient Satisfaction Surveys: Doing More Harm than Good?
With the cost of healthcare rising, is it really wise for hospitals to spend money on services that you'd find at the Ritz Carlton?
Can You Turn Away a Bed Bug Ridden-Patient?
Does your patient have bed bugs and if so, can you refuse to offer them treatment? Our resident health lawyer, Ericka Adler answers this question.
Fighting Back Against Insurer Recoupment Demands
Two lawyers share a way that healthcare providers can challenge insurer recoupments in the ongoing struggle with payers relating to provider reimbursement.
Practice Rounds: Anthem Defends Merger with Cigna
Despite resistance from providers, patients, and the DOJ, Anthem is not giving up on merging with Cigna. Plus, CMS hands out star ratings.
7 Questions to Determine Which Collection Agency is Right for You
Does your collections agency have the specialized knowledge needed to get the most ROI on your delinquent accounts? Here are the seven questions to ask. [Sponsored]
Physicians, Changes to DOJ Penalties are Coming
Why Aug. 1 is an important for physicians to know, with regards to Civil Monetary Penalties (CMPs) and the False Claims Act (FCA).
Strategies to Ensure Buy-In with Practice Policies
Like any successful business, your practice needs to be anchored by clearly defined policies. Here's how to develop consensus among your staff.
Recent Headlines Show Why Doctors Need Asset Protection
Asset protection shouldn't just be limited to malpractice. Here's why you need to looking beyond just that one area.
Recording Conversations with Patients, Other Parties
Physicians may want to record their patients or other parties. What should they know before they engage in such practices?
Make Sure Your HR Policies Discourage HIPAA Violations
We often think of IT departments when we think of meeting HIPAA regulations, but the heart of compliance is in human resources.
Practice Rounds: CMS Opens Door for MACRA Delay
Could a delay to the start of MACRA be in the works? Also, what makes radiology a unique specialty when it comes to physician pay?
Innovating to Improve Patient Satisfaction Scores
An innovative nine-year old patient is proof there are outside-the-box ways to improve patient satisfaction and outcomes.
Don't Let HIPAA Audits, Ransomware Sink Your Practice
A perfect storm of HIPAA audits and an increasing threat from hackers could spell disaster for your practice. Avoid this fate.
How The 60-Day Repayment Rule Will Impact You
The 60-Day Rule, which forces physicians to return overpayments to CMS, was recently clarified. What should physicians know about it?
Some Doctors Actually Love Paperwork and Regulations
It's fair to say that most doctors didn't get into medicine because of paperwork and regulations. Apparently however, not everyone feels this way.
Asset Protection Risk Factors for Docs Include Economy
Among the many risks physicians must proactively protect themselves against is the economy itself.
Practice Rounds: HHS to Aid Small Practices with MACRA
HHS is giving $100 million to help small practices implement MACRA over five years; Zika relief funding faces hurdles in Congress.
Recent Data Breaches Emphasize HIPAA Compliance
Different types of data breaches at two hospitals in Michigan and New Mexico underscore HIPAA liability concerns.
Catch HIPAA Violations before Privacy is Compromised
Some HIPAA violations can be caught and fixed before the damage is done. Here are a few ways to do so.