HIPAA Business Associates Requirements and Regulations
The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) became law in 1996. It establishes a set of national standards to protect the privacy and security of individuals’ health information. The law applies to covered entities. These include healthcare providers, health plans, and healthcare clearinghouses, as well as their business associates. Business associates provide key services […]
New Treatment Cures HIV in New York Woman
In March 2023, researchers from Rockefeller University made a significant breakthrough in the fight against HIV/AIDS. They cured a New York woman of HIV using a new treatment method. This method modified her immune cells to resist the virus through gene therapy. This development offers hope for millions of people living with HIV/AIDS worldwide. This […]
Staffing Shortages in Hospitals
The COVID-19 pandemic has put immense pressure on the healthcare system, creating a shortage of healthcare workers and supplies. As a result, hospitals have been struggling to manage the surge in patients, leading to delays in treatments, long wait times, and compromised patient care. However, hospitals are deploying a variety of tactics to battle shortages […]
Healthcare Field Embracing Remote Work
The COVID-19 pandemic has forced many industries to adapt to remote work, and the healthcare sector is no exception. In a recent article, Forbes Business Council member Stephanie Abbati highlights the benefits of embracing telehealth. Advantages of Remote Work One of the main advantages of remote work in healthcare is increased access to care. Patients […]
Sexual Harassment in Hospitals
Sexual harassment in the medical field occurs at all levels including executives, patients, and everyone in between. The #MeToo movement continues to raise awareness of harassment, including in the healthcare field, where many are taking action against abusive organizations and individuals. Individuals are making connections and empowering change throughout the industry. Rise in Cases of […]
Integrated Enterprise Training Modules
American Medical Compliance offers Enterprise Training Modules to businesses. These modules allow businesses to provide world-class, industry-specific compliance training to employees that fully integrate with platforms used by employers. What are Enterprise Training Modules? Enterprise Training Modules are customized compliance courses delivered to entire workplaces. Modules are customized to the unique needs of each business. […]
Dozens of Defendants Charged with Healthcare Fraud
The United States Department of Justice charged 36 defendants for healthcare fraud that amounted to over $1 Billion. The fraudulent actions included telemedicine, cancer and cardiovascular testing, and fraudulent durable medical equipment. The individuals charged ranged in positions from medical company executives to medical professionals. Many of these individuals targeted elderly patients who receive Medicare […]
Cultural Diversity in Healthcare
Cultural consciousness is in reference to the set of policies and behaviors that gives professionals the ability to function effectively in a culturally diverse setting. Health care must be given in a way that is sensitive to cultural influences and differences. This greatly improves the experiences for everyone involved. This calls for cultural diversity training […]
Improvements in Telehealth Access
Telehealth has become the new frontier for healthcare providers. Moreover, telehealth access can make healthcare more accessible for consumers and providers alike. Insurance coverage, broadband access, and interoperability continue to be important issues moving forward to provide equitable telehealth access. Telehealth Coverage Since the pandemic, many healthcare plans have included telehealth temporarily with the idea […]
Coping with Dental Staffing Shortages
The dental industry, much like the healthcare industry as a whole, is facing severe staffing shortages. There are many reasons this shortage has become so acute, and it is taking a toll on medical staff and patients alike. Dental healthcare providers are facing increased workloads, which can create excessive work stress. Ensuring your dental healthcare […]
EEOC Protects Nurse from Retaliation
The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) protects employees in the United States from many forms of discrimination. One type the EEOC protects workers from is retaliation, which describes when a workplace punishes an employee for reporting instances of discrimination, typically sexual harassment. EEOC Protecting Employees from Retaliation The EEOC recently sued a pediatric medical […]
Security Strengthened at Medical Facilities
Healthcare facilities around the nation are strengthening security protocols. Meritus Medical Center, a hospital in Maryland, has implemented weapon detectors at all entrances to the facility. Why are Stronger Security Protocols Needed? The heightened safety protocols come in response to the epidemic of violence in medical facilities. Healthcare workers are the primary targets of this […]