Content of a BAA Q & A

Rachel V. Rose, JD, MBA, principal with Rachel V. Rose, answers some common questions and provides explanations of a few timely topics related to the education surrounding business associate agreements.

Bipartisan Legislation Introduced to Ban Selling Health and Location Data

The new legislation would tighten the use of patients' health and location information. By guest author, Rachel V. Rose, JD, MBA.

Infographic: The 4 Outs to Survive an Active Shooter in a Healthcare Facility

Adapted from First Healthcare Compliance's presentation with Steven S. Wilder, BA, CHSP, STS, Senior Consultant & COO of Sorensen, Wilder & Associates on “Training Your Staff: The Active Shooter in a Healthcare Facility," a healthcare facility is one of the easiest "soft targets" the active shooter can find...countless open doors on the perimeter make it an easy target. Staff must be prepared to recognize the event, respond properly, and recover afterwards. And, in the COVID-19 world, that risk may move to an even higher level.

Infographic: Compare the Stark Law and Anti-Kickback Statute

The Federal Anti-Kickback Statute and the Stark Law are often confused because both laws deal with remuneration related to improper referrals. Large groups and multi-specialty practices must make an effort to manage referrals and ancillary services while adhering to these important regulations. It's helpful to understand the fundamental distinctions between the two laws. Please view our helpful infographic.
Q & A: Employment and Labor Law

Q & A: Employment and Labor Law 

Catherine Walters, Partner at Bybel Rutledge LLP, is a management…
The "Other" Compliance Challenges: Credentialing, Credit Balance, Appropriate Use Criteria (AUC), and More!

The “Other” Compliance Challenges: Credentialing, Credit Balance, Appropriate Use Criteria (AUC), and More!

Melody W. Mulaik will lead two presentations on June 23, 2022, at the Revenue Cycle and Compliance Summit: 1,2,3’s of Auditing: How to Ensure Ongoing Proactive Coding & Documentation Audits for Reimbursement and Compliance and The “Other” Compliance Challenges: Credentialing, Credit Balance, Appropriate Use Criteria (AUC), and More!
Responding to and Defending Government Investigations: What to do When the Government “Knocks” On Your Door

Responding to and Defending Government Investigations: What to do When the Government “Knocks” On Your Door

Michael Denbow, a member (partner) in the Louisville office of Stite & Harbison, PLLC will lead the presentation Responding to and Defending Government Investigations: What to do When the Government “Knocks” On Your Door at the Revenue Cycle and Compliance Summit on June 23, 2022.
Revenue Cycle and Compliance Summit 2022

Revenue Cycle and Compliance Summit 2022

Revenue Cycle Coding Strategies (RCCS) and First Healthcare Compliance to provide resources for professionals facing the challenges of auditing, billing, and coding compliance. The virtual half-day online educational event will be held on June 23, 2022, from 12:00 p.m. EST until 4:30 p.m. EST and registration is open to the public.
Common Mistakes and Pitfalls When Addressing Pregnancy Discrimination in the Workplace

Let’s Talk About Sex, Baby: Common Mistakes and Pitfalls When Addressing Sex and Pregnancy Discrimination in the Workplace

Lauren Moak Russell, Counsel at Young Conaway Stargatt & Taylor, LLP will lead the presentation Let’s Talk About Sex, Baby: Common Mistakes and Pitfalls When Addressing Sex and Pregnancy Discrimination in the Workplace at the Healthcare Compliance Symposium 2022 on April 28, 2022.