Legal Compliance

CMS' proposed rule for the 2018 performance year of the Quality Payment Program should be seen as a major win for small practices, experts say.

What do practices need to know about the proposed rule for MACRA reporting in 2018? Here are our top 10 takeaways.

Malpractice incidents are unfortunate for all involved, but can provide insightful lessons for practices. Here are seven takeaways from real-life suits.

The CMS Actuary projects that if the AHCA passes into law, the number of uninsured Americans will increase by 13 million by 2026.

At least one doctor expresses his desire for malpractice reform to enacted, to put an end to frivolous lawsuits. Don't send in the clowns!

EHRs have yet to become a major problem in medical malpractice, but the potential is there, experts say. Here are a few areas of EHR use to caution.

Receiving cash for a referral is the most obvious gift that violates the Anti-Kickback Statute. Here are eight more.

Have you gotten a notice that you are being sued for malpractice? Here are some steps you should take, experts say.

Despite a Republican Congress and White House, experts are skeptical about federal medical tort reform bills becoming law.

A recent executive order to ensure federal computer systems are safe from attack has implications for medical practices as well.

Why this is a challenging time for providers who are finding themselves penalized excessively by CMS and without appropriate recourse or justice.

Most practices won't add staff to comply with Medicare’s reimbursement reform. Experts disagree if that is the right move.

Ever wonder how your staff salaries compare with other regions of the country? Check out our regional data on key positions in medical practices.

Did you get a subpoena asking for documents or asking that you appear for testimony? Here's what you need to know.

Uncertainty about the future of the ACA means continued concerns about initiatives already underway.

Looking to see if your staff salaries are in line with national benchmarks? Check out our national data on key positions in medical practices broken out by years of experience.

The American Health Care Act has passed the House and moves to the Senate, despite ardent opposition from the AMA and other physician groups.

An in-depth look at maximizing your quality component on the MIPS pathway of MACRA. How do you choose the right measures?

A reported 84 percent of independent physicians unsure what MACRA demands of them. Here's three things to know about complying with it.

There are several redundant questions and processes when trying to obtain a prior authorization. It needs to be simplified.

If physicians didn't have enough to worry about with fraud, they should be wary of bankruptcy trustees seeking "claw backs."

Providers, preparing yourself for upcoming credentialing and revalidations is important. Don't forget!

Security experts and research confirms staff members are your practice's biggest weakness against HIPAA compliance. It doesn't have to be that way though.

A practice is discovering that the universal truth around HIPAA compliance is there is no universal truth. Every scenario is different.

When your practice is under a False Claims Act investigation, here are some steps to take from a legal perspective.

Following this year's flexibility, practices must meet strict MACRA guidelines in 2018 and beyond or face negative payment adjustments.

Fitbits and other wearables have become more and more popular, but does using this data fall under HIPAA or not?

With new technology in medicine, the privacy lines are often blurred. Here are some things to keep in mind regarding HIPAA compliance.

At a time when its very existence is in doubt, the Affordable Care Act has never been more popular, according to a recent poll.

Creating, implementing, and enforcing a social media policy at your medical practice is a must in 2017.