If you run a medical practice, you may think you only need a healthcare attorney if you are faced with a lawsuit. Not only do healthcare attorneys offer you legal representation, they also help with your operations. These professionals can guide you in what accreditation certifications make you stand out and what standards you must […]
There are two professions where it can be difficult to understand everything that’s said by industry professionals: the medical and legal fields. Understanding medical terms in the context of laws brings the two industries together. It can be easy for some physicians to get in trouble with the law accidentally when it comes to things […]
Healthcare providers and insurance companies often turn to the assistance of Independent Review Organizations (IROs) to collaborate on reviewing medical claims. IROs are third-party entities that can assist healthcare providers and insurers in reviewing medical claims by providing unbiased determinations. Essentially, an IRO can provide an independent decision to help medical professionals properly manage their […]
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is responsible for regulating food, drugs, and medical devices. This responsibility enables the organization to create regulations, enforce safety standards, and issue recalls. The administration can also release guidelines to help medical device manufacturers confront cybersecurity threats. Hackers exploit companies, governments, and systems because there are gaps in security […]
Physicians should know the basics of complying with the Stark law. Although this law was originally passed in 1989, it has continued to be expanded. The regulations under the Stark Law can be tough to keep up with, but understanding the basics is essential for any healthcare practice. What is the Stark Law? The Stark […]
The Stark Law is a federal law that prohibits doctors from engaging in “self-referrals.” A self-referral occurs when a doctor orders a designated health service that is payable by Medicaid or Medicare and that service is provided by an entity with which the physician has a financial relationship. For example, unless an exception to the […]
Violations of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (“HIPAA”) are serious offenses that will likely result in heavy fines. If an employee compromises a patient’s private health information, your facility must follow guidelines for reporting that violation. However, it is possible to catch violations before they happen. If a patient’s protected health information (such […]
