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CMS Updates Compliance Program Training Requirements for FDRs

October 11, 2018

Establishing and maintaining a well-designed compliance program…

Mitigate the Risks of Sample Medications

September 27, 2018

Patients may consider sample medications a bonus at any outpatient setting for reasons of convenience or cost savings. However, sample medications create liability for physicians and healthcare organizations while unsuspecting patients face increased safety risks.

Join us for the HIPAA Privacy and Security Summit on November 8, 2018 and earn CLE and CEUs!

September 20, 2018

First Healthcare Compliance is excited to co-host the HIPAA Privacy and Security Summit with Delaware Law School at the Ruby R. Vale Moot Courtroom from 8:00 am until 5:00 pm on November 8, 2018

Health Care Fraud Takedown: DOJ Holds Medical Professionals Accountable

August 23, 2018

The Department of Justice (DOJ), with assistance from the…

Q&A: National CLAS Standards in Healthcare

August 9, 2018

Nadia Sawaya-Gauckler from InterCultural Communications LLC presented the webinar National Standards for Culturally and Linguistically Appropriate Services (CLAS). Ms. Sawaya-Gauckler addressed many common questions and we’ve highlighted the top Q&A.

5 Takeaways from the CMS Proposed Rule for Year 3 of QPP

August 2, 2018

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Recently released proposed policy changes for Year 3 (2019)…

5 Common HIPAA Compliance Myths

July 26, 2018

View this infographic busting five common HIPAA misconceptions about business associates, medical records access, breaches and more!

Social Media Resources for Compliance Officers and Healthcare Professionals: 21 Favorites

July 19, 2018

Social media can be overwhelming and confusing. Who has time to keep up with LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram? Increased focus and a few helpful tips will enable you to follow, friend, and tweet your way to reliable healthcare compliance news and information. See our list of 21 favorite social media resources.

Basics of GDPR Compliance in the Healthcare Setting

July 5, 2018

Grant Elliott, President, and CEO of Ostendio discusses the basics of GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) compliance for those in healthcare. Check out this Q and A session to learn more.

3 Important Questions All Board Members Should Be Asking

June 28, 2018

1. Do board members have responsibilities related to compliance? 2. Should compliance officers report directly to the board? 3. How can board members mitigate risk and avoid liability?