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.
Physicians: Don't Let Inadequate Informed Consent Raise Legal Problems
Many physicians fail to review or update their informed consent forms to ensure they comply with state laws, standards of practice, and specific regulations.
Five Ways Healthcare Reform Could Increase Your Malpractice Risks
As healthcare reform initiatives pick up, malpractice risks may increase for many physicians.
Poll: What is the Top Challenge Medical Practices Will Face in 2014?
A new year brings new opportunities - and new challenges - to medical practices. Take our poll to let us know what challenge has you most concerned going into 2014.
Ten Challenges Medical Practices Can Expect in 2014
Medical practices face many challenges in 2014. Here are 10 of the biggest.
Sample Medical Practice Mobile Device Use Agreement
Asking physicians and staff to sign a mobile device agreement reinforces the importance of mobile security.
Conducting a Medical Practice Risk Analysis: What it Entails
One expert shares guidance regarding what a medical practice risk analysis should include and consider.
Two Ways Medical Practice Employee Benefits Will Change in 2014
In preparing for 2014, make sure you consider the changes in the benefits your practice may offer.
Four Considerations Before Dismissing a Patient from Your Practice
Dismissing a patient from your medical practice without taking the proper precautions can raise ethical and legal problems.
Medical Practices: Think Twice Before Waiving Copays
Payers are cracking down on routine copay waivers. Here's what your practice needs to know.
J&J $2.2 Billion Settlement: Necessary in a Third-party Payer System
Huge government fines designed to punish marketing tactics are almost unique to the field of medicine because of the third-party payer system.
Beware Peer Review Restrictions Before Critiquing a Physician Colleague
Physicians must think twice before sending any potentially critical information regarding a colleague via e-mail or other casual form of communication.
Ethics on Ending the Patient-Physician Relationship
Need to “fire” a patient for non-payment or disruptive behavior? There are ethical principles to consider.
The Evolution of Government Intrusion on the Medical Profession
Virtually every federal regulatory concern currently plaguing the modern practice of medicine also existed in some form in the 1950s.
To Reduce Medical Practice Risks, Implement a Compliance Program
How medical practices can create a compliance program and some of the specific areas it should address.
Common Medical Practice Documentation Pitfalls to Avoid
Great documentation at your medical practice will boost revenue. Is your practice doing all it can to ensure physicians are documenting correctly?
Nine Risk Management Tips for Medical Practices
Here are tips for managing three medical practice risk areas: HIPAA breaches, Medicare audits, and EHR liability issues.
HIPAA Changes Require Practices to Take Additional Compliance Steps
Earlier this week, new HIPAA mandates went into effect. Is your practice in compliance?
Five Social Media Risks Medical Practices Should Watch Out For
The social media activity of your medical practice staff could be putting you and your practice at risk.
Two Essentials for HIPAA Omnibus Final Rule Compliance
Sept. 23, 2013 is the date for compliance with the HIPAA Omnibus Final Rule. Updated business associate agreements and Notice of Privacy Practices are critical.
Would Financial Incentives Better Motivate Your Patients?
Do you believe incentives, such as direct payments, would help motivate your patients to engage in healthier behaviors?
Physicians Beware: In-Office Ancillaries May Soon Be Prohibited
A bill proposed in Congress would significantly revise the current IOAS exception.
Avoid Medical Practice Productivity Loss Due to ICD-10
Learn what you need to focus on now to adequately prepare for the ICD-10 transition.
Why Physicians Should Steer Clear of Treating Family Members
Treating family members may seem like an easy and convenient option, but it can lead to big problems. Here's why.
Omitting Federal Payers Doesn't Make Physicians 'Fraud-proof'
Think carving out Medicare and Medicaid patients from your business arrangements makes you safe from federal fraud and abuse laws? Think again.
Embracing 'Quality' Medicine
If you are an independently minded physician, take heart. There is a way to work with new quality standards and still retain your autonomy.
Ensure Your Practice Covenant is Enforceable Before It's Too Late
Physician practices must constantly review existing restrictive covenant provisions to ensure they are compliant with state law.
Regulations to Consider Before Opting Out of Medicare
Physicians considering changing their status as enrolled and participating Medicare providers must be aware of their options and legal requirements.
Refunding Overpayments: Two Options for Medical Practices
Medicare and Medicaid providers must return overpayments once identified. Here are two different refund approaches for practices to consider when necessary.
Failing to Screen for Excluded Providers Raises Practice Risk
Medical practices must screen prospective providers to identify those excluded from federal healthcare programs.
Medical Practices a Place for Patient Concern, Not Complacency
Recent high-profile lawsuits involving bloodborne pathogen exposures highlight the risk of complacency and the need for industry responsibility.