The Role of Technology in Advancing Healthcare Equity
According to Rock Health, digital health funding still totaled $15.3 billion in 2022, despite economic challenges. This figure underscores the critical role technology continues to play in healthcare, particularly in advancing access and equity. As healthcare providers, organizations, and policymakers increasingly recognize the persistent disparities in health outcomes across different populations, technology is emerging as […]
Healthcare Compliance for New Providers: Getting Started
Patient safety is a critical concern, with the World Health Organization (WHO) estimating that 1 in 10 patients is harmed while receiving healthcare. Notably, many of these incidents are preventable and could have been avoided with proper compliance measures. Compliance with healthcare regulations is crucial not only for avoiding legal repercussions but also for ensuring […]
Common Infection Control Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
More than a million hospitalized patients each year acquire healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) while being treated for other health conditions. Despite rigorous training and established protocols, mistakes in infection control can still occur, leading to severe consequences, including the spread of healthcare-associated infections (HAIs). In this blog, we will explore common infection control mistakes and provide […]
The Role of Leadership in Creating a Safe Workplace Environment
According to OSHA’s report, hospitals pose significant hazards, including the risk of violence, making them among the most hazardous workplaces. Effective leaders understand that prioritizing safety not only protects employees from harm but also enhances productivity. More importantly, it boosts morale and overall business success. In this blog, we will delve into the critical role […]
Healthcare Providers’ Role in Preventing Fraud, Waste, and Abuse
The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) estimated that improper payments in the Medicare and Medicaid programs exceeded $100 billion from 2016 to 2023. Fraud, waste, and abuse (FWA) in healthcare present significant challenges, causing substantial financial losses, eroding public trust, and compromising the quality of patient care. Moreover, as frontline defenders of the […]
Common Types of Healthcare Fraud and How to Detect Them
Healthcare fraud is a pervasive issue that costs the industry billions of dollars annually and undermines the integrity of healthcare systems worldwide. According to National Health Care Anti-Fraud Association, over $54 billion each year is lost to scams that burden individuals and insurance companies with fraudulent and illegal medical charges. Furthermore, healthcare fraud involves deliberate […]
The Impact of Technology on Workplace Violence Prevention
Workplace violence is a significant concern across various industries, affecting employee safety, productivity, and overall organizational morale. Moreover, it encompasses a range of harmful behaviors, including physical assaults, threats, harassment, and verbal abuse, occurring within a work setting. As stated in OSHA’s fact sheet, each year, 2 million American workers fall victim to workplace violence. […]
Understanding FWA Compliance in Healthcare
Among the various areas of compliance, Fraud, Waste, and Abuse (FWA) compliance stands out as a critical pillar. The Department of Justice recently revealed charges against 78 individuals involved in healthcare fraud schemes. Therefore, for healthcare providers to prevent these charges from happening, understanding FWA compliance is essential. Healthcare organizations need to fully understand FWA […]
How to Ensure Dental Regulatory Compliance
Amidst the busy dental appointments, treatments, and patient care, there are crucial aspects that often operate in the background but hold importance. These are recordkeeping and documentation. While the primary focus in dentistry is patient health and well-being, carefully keeping records is equally needed. In a survey, dental providers agree that careful and precise recordkeeping […]
Best Practices for Healthcare Organizations to Ensure OSHA Compliance
Ensuring the safety and well-being of both patients and staff is paramount. With the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) setting standards to protect workers from occupational hazards, healthcare organizations face unique challenges in maintaining compliance due to the complexity of their operations and the diverse array of risks inherent in patient care. In fact, […]
The Role of Compliance Officers in Healthcare Organizations
Compliance officers’ responsibilities extend far beyond merely checking boxes and ticking off regulatory requirements. In fact, 61% of the compliance teams from a Thomson Reuters report also work on long-range strategies for their companies by putting regulatory and legislative changes as a top priority. Compliance officers take on a more complex task such as the […]
Ensuring Safety and Comfort: 3M N95 Fit Test Training for Healthcare Providers
The year 2024 marks another significant chapter in the healthcare industry’s ongoing battle against infectious diseases, and the numbers speak volumes. The CDC’s FluSurv-NET system, a sentinel network of healthcare facilities, documented over 104,000 flu-related hospitalizations across 13 states during past flu seasons. As healthcare heroes continue their unwavering service on the front lines, the spotlight remains […]