Legal Compliance

With cyberattacks and breaches of patient data becoming disturbingly common, cyber-security insurance might be worth the cost.

CMS recently gave physicians much-needed flexibility in complying with MACRA. Now, physicians must make use of this reprieve.

Provider groups say CMS' changes to the first year of MACRA compliance reporting are a nice first step, but more needs to be done.

Big news out of CMS this week with acting administrator, Andy Slavitt announcing flexibility for physicians in complying with MACRA regulations next year

For many medical specialties, like those in surgery, it seems foolish to require providers to take a paper certification test.

Are you texting a fellow provider or a patient? Here is what you should know with regards to HIPAA and compliance.

It doesn't matter how small or big your practice is, you need to be prepared for ransomware attacks.

Smaller practices are less likely to use or upgrade technology, but they may not survive MACRA without it.

Can a practice be TOO committed to HIPAA? In this case of this organization, the answer to that question might be a somewhat confusing yes.

Can small practices make it through MACRA? In this podcast, Pam Minichiello of the Massachusetts eHealth Collaborative says it depends on preparation.

A recent hearing by the Senate Finance Committee brought up the possibility the Stark Law could be revamped to something simpler.

Recent ransomware attacks and the Phase II Office for Civil Rights Audits underscore the importance of adequate policies and procedures.

The retail pharmacy chain recently replaced an established drug with a replacement. It's a move that, in one doctor's opinion, usurps physician autonomy.

HIPAA can be a headache for patients, too. Here are some things you can do to calm the waters when patients object to HIPAA restrictions.

It's your turn. Do you think ABIM's work to revamp MOC will make it an appealing program or not? Take our poll and let us know!

The American Board of Internal Medicine is attempting to salvage the name of MOC. Will physicians buy in?

A new survey reveals that the public's education on NSAIDs leaves a lot to be desired. The onus, one doctor says, falls on healthcare providers to do so.

In our latest podcast we spoke with two healthcare policy stakeholders on the potential delay of MACRA, and what it could mean for small practices.

Recent fines and arrests should show physicians there is heightened scrutiny on their prescribing of painkillers.

Medical practice owners and risk managers face a wide variety of risks including some surprising ones, like supporting your favorite Olympic athletes.

We asked two forward-thinking practices what may very well be the question of the year. Here's what they had to say.

With the cost of healthcare rising, is it really wise for hospitals to spend money on services that you'd find at the Ritz Carlton?

Does your patient have bed bugs and if so, can you refuse to offer them treatment? Our resident health lawyer, Ericka Adler answers this question.

Two lawyers share a way that healthcare providers can challenge insurer recoupments in the ongoing struggle with payers relating to provider reimbursement.

Despite resistance from providers, patients, and the DOJ, Anthem is not giving up on merging with Cigna. Plus, CMS hands out star ratings.

Does your collections agency have the specialized knowledge needed to get the most ROI on your delinquent accounts? Here are the seven questions to ask. [Sponsored]

Why Aug. 1 is an important for physicians to know, with regards to Civil Monetary Penalties (CMPs) and the False Claims Act (FCA).

Like any successful business, your practice needs to be anchored by clearly defined policies. Here's how to develop consensus among your staff.

Asset protection shouldn't just be limited to malpractice. Here's why you need to looking beyond just that one area.

Physicians may want to record their patients or other parties. What should they know before they engage in such practices?