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.
11 Ways Small Practices Can Comply with MACRA
Following this year's flexibility, practices must meet strict MACRA guidelines in 2018 and beyond or face negative payment adjustments.
Wearables Fall Under Regulatory Gray Area
Fitbits and other wearables have become more and more popular, but does using this data fall under HIPAA or not?
Is Your Practice Violating HIPAA Regulations?
With new technology in medicine, the privacy lines are often blurred. Here are some things to keep in mind regarding HIPAA compliance.
ACA Reaches Unprecedented Support, Survey Finds
At a time when its very existence is in doubt, the Affordable Care Act has never been more popular, according to a recent poll.
Social Media Policy Instructions for Your Practice
Creating, implementing, and enforcing a social media policy at your medical practice is a must in 2017.
4 Elements of Securing Remote Access to EHR, PM Systems
Remote access to your practice's systems is a must this day and age, which means remotely securing this access is a must as well.
8 Things Your Practice Should Do to Stay HIPAA Compliant
Since Congress enacted HIPAA, it is constantly evolving to address the changes in how practices use technology. Here are eight ways to stay compliant with the law.
Overcoming the Top 5 MACRA Misconceptions
There are a lot of misconceptions over MACRA and what it entails. Here are five of the most common myths.
Repeal and Replace Debacle Not All Bad News for Physicians
The AHCA would have likely brought back "post-claims underwriting," which would have been bad news for physicians.
AMA Offers Advice in Wake of ACA Repeal Failure
With the GOP's efforts to repeal the ACA having gone awry, what's next for health policy? The AMA President-Elect weighs in.
Number of Physicians Increases during ACA Era
A recent research effort has uncovered that the number of physicians has actually gone up during the Affordable Care Act era, despite claims to the contrary.
Healthcare Industry Skeptical about AHCA
Members of our editorial advisory board and Physicians Practice readers share their thoughts on the proposed alternative to the ACA.
Protecting Your Practice from Ransomware
Ransomware is a significant issue for providers. Some HIPAA measures can protect your practice against this threat.
What Should Physicians Make of the GOP Health Bill?
Two major medical groups are speaking out about the GOP health bill. The AMA say it's critically flawed, while MGMA is taking a more measured approach.
Seasonal Asset Protection Issues for Physicians
Protecting your assets as a doctor often means thinking outside of the practice walls, where the things you work so hard for can be at risk.
Healthcare Fraud 101: The False Claims Act
A look into the False Claims Act and how the federal government will aim to prosecute wrongdoers.
Complete Results to the 2016 Fee Schedule Survey
The complete results to the 2016 Fee Schedule Survey on how much practices get paid for common services from payers.
CMS Administrator Nominee Gets Closer to Confirmation
Seema Verma, President Trump's choice for CMS Administrator, has advanced in the nominating process and is closer to confirmation.
CMS Seeks to Make MACRA Manageable for Small Practices
CMS says that its goal is to get a 90 percent participation rate with MACRA for all clinicians. Yes, this includes small practices.
Protecting Practices from a Significant Billing Error
What happens when a practice accidentally bills for a procedure that has never been performed. Here are ways to ensure you never find out.
Physicians, Protect Your Assets against these Tax Scams
Physicians, make sure to avoid these 12 scams when filing your taxes this year. Six make you the victim, six make you the criminal.
Physician Organizations Warily Eye ACA Repeal Efforts
The words "repeal and replace" were thrown around during the campaign, but the reality is much more unclear for government officials.
A Reminder on the Breach Notification Rule Requirements
A recent data breach serves as a reminder to practices about the importance of the Breach Notification Rule's requirements.
Nudging Healthcare Organizations towards Cybersecurity
To ensure practices' data are secure from breaches, a cybersecurity expert made the case for an open-minded and multidisciplinary approach to better compliance.
The Shift to Understanding the Person behind the Patient
Technology is a useful tool to personalize the patient experience along the care journey while improving well-being and producing better outcomes.
Policy Experts Explain the Trouble with Repeal and Replace
While GOP congressmen have promised to repeal and replace the Affordable Care Act, two policy experts say it won't be that easy.
Tech Partnerships Bring Help, Potential Trouble to Docs
Old government regulations need to adapt to new healthcare technologies, advises a former DOJ attorney.
MACRA Isn't Going Away, Cautions Expert
At HIMSS17, a clinical leadership consultant advises physicians to not be scared of MACRA, but instead, see it as a great opportunity for transformative change.
Your Practice Website Must be ADA Compliant
Most think only their facility and job accommodations are required to be under compliance by ADA. Your practice's website must be too.
Healthcare Fraud 101: An Overview of the Key Statutes
An overview of the four federal healthcare fraud statutes and what your practice can do to avoid violating any of them.