Major updates to HIPAA compliance are on the horizon, and healthcare providers, insurers, and related entities need to be prepared!
HIPAA Compliance Is Changing: What Healthcare Organizations Need to Know for 2025
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Category: Health Care Law
Nurses & Aesthetic Dermatological Procedures: FAQs
Frequently asked questions about nurses roles in regard to cosmetic and aesthetic dermatology procedures.
North Carolina Nursing Board Clarifies Nurse Scope of Practice in Cosmetic Dermatology
The North Carolina Board of Nursing has released a comprehensive position statement outlining when and how registered nurses (RNs) and licensed practical nurses (LPNs) may legally perform cosmetic and aesthetic dermatological procedures.
HIPAA Security Rule Implementation
2025 HIPAA Security Rule requires implementation of policies and procedures addressing data system outages, security breaches, and contingency plans.
Medical Professional Corporations – FAQs
Answers to questions such as “Who is permitted to form a professional corporation (PC), association (PA), or professional limited liability company (PLLC) in NC?” and others.
Can Psychotherapy Notes Be Withheld from the Patient?
If you are a provider being asked to disclose psychotherapy notes, you should consult an attorney to assist you in navigating the relevant statutes.
Medical Records, EHRs, and Retention: What Healthcare Providers Need to Know
Medical records, Electronic Health Records (EHR) and Retention are vital for patient care and legal protection. Healthcare providers must ensure they comply with regulations outlined by the NCMB.
Intravenous Therapy (IV Therapy): What is considered compounding?
Are you compliant in the med spa sector? Under N. C. G. S. § 90-85.3(q), any entity performing work such as compounding is considered a “pharmacy” and must have a pharmacy permit.
Dental Practices: Keeping Your Patient Data Safe
The American Dental Association (ADA) recommends developing thorough physical and technical safeguards to ensure patient data remains secure.
Why the 2024 HIPAA Final Rule?
The 2024 HIPAA Final Rule addresses the new prohibitions against using or disclosing PHI since the overturning Roe v. Wade.