The nonprofit investigative newsroom ProPublica published an investigation into a “gaping loophole” in health care law. ProPublica highlighted the story of a Texas personal trainer with a felony conviction who simply lied to the government when he applied for several National Provider Identifiers (NPI).
Category: Health Care Law
Understanding some common HIPAA violations
What constitutes a HIPAA violation? Here’s what every NC Health Care industry employee should know.
We have a great deal of patients with mental health issues. What can I disclose?
Rules for disclosing PHI (protected health information) of some patients were established in 2018. Know what you can and can’t disclose.
A brief review of anti-kickback and Stark laws
Understanding how anti-kickback policies may impact your health care business is essential to remaining compliant.
Can I complete an expedited license renewal?
In North Carolina, you may have the option to renew your physician’s license in an expedited process. As you probably know, the normal process for renewal can take a little time. Having the option to quickly renew should be of interest to you.
Three tips for healthcare organizations to stay HIPAA compliant
The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) is an important piece of legislation that regulates the healthcare industry. However, according to the Department...
Managing Vendors With Access to PHI
In 2017, a $31,000 settlement was paid by a covered entity due to a vendor, a record storage company, when OCR discovered that the parties did not have a Business Associate Agreement in place.
PDMPs: What the CDC wants providers to know
It is no secret that opioid abuse is becoming increasingly problematic throughout North Carolina and across the U.S. many jurisdictions have implemented local and state-level interventions, but by far the most effective have been the prescription drug monitoring programs.
How has health care law addressed changes in technology?
Health care law has had to change to keep up with advancements in technology, and HIPAA is just one example of how the federal government addressed the issue of privacy and electronic medical information.
We understand health care law and how the industry works
Due to a plethora of legal and regulatory issues, health care providers in Greensboro, North Carolina, require efficient and effective legal assistance. Disputes can arise between providers and the government and between providers and patients.