HIPAA compliance (65)

HHS reshapes the future of healthcare technology and data

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HHS reshapes the future of healthcare technology and data

In a strategic move to fortify its technology, cybersecurity, data, and artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities, the U.S. Department of Health and...

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OIG clarifies marketing of financial assistance policies for healthcare

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OIG clarifies marketing of financial assistance policies in healthcare

On July 8, 2024, the Office of Inspector General (OIG) updated its General Questions on Fraud and Abuse Authorities (FAQs) to clarify the permissible...

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HHS finalizes rule on provider information blocking

In a move to enhance healthcare interoperability and patient access to electronic health information (EHI), the Department of Health and Human...

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New Disincentives Rule targets information blocking

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New Disincentives Rule targets information blocking

The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) finalized a rule establishing disincentives for Medicare providers, including clinicians,...

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HHS issues Public Health Emergency for Hurricane Beryl

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HHS issues Public Health Emergency for Hurricane Beryl

In the wake of Hurricane Beryl, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has addressed concerns from Texans. HHS Secretary Xavier...

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HHS Unveils HTI-2 rule to boost interoperability

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HHS unveils HTI-2 rule to boost interoperability

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) recently introduced the HTI-2 rule, aimed at improving the sharing and security of health...

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Texas court rules on HHS web-tracking guidance limits

In a recent court decision, the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Texas decided that a part of the Health and Human Services (HHS)...

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HHS launches investigation into Medicare prior authorization use

The Department of Health and Human Services’ Office of Inspector General is investigating whether Medicare Advantage plans are improperly denying...

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HHS enforces HIPAA security rule with $950,000 settlement

In a recent move to strengthen cybersecurity standards, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' (HHS) Office for Civil Rights (OCR)...

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OCR ensures individuals with disabilities can live independently

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Office for Civil Rights (OCR) has reaffirmed its steadfast dedication to safeguarding the...

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Whistleblower surgeon could face 10 years in prison for exposing PHI (Clone)

Dr. Eithan Haim, a surgeon at Texas Children’s Hospital, was indicted for criminally violating HIPAA after he disclosed confidential documents to a...

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