March 17, 2021
The COVID-19 pandemic has forced healthcare practices to institute new policies and procedures to protect patients and staff and mitigate the spread. But who should pay the costs for these safety measures?
March 12, 2021
There’s a confusing range of insurance products for healthcare practices and practitioners. It’s crucial that your coverages align with your particular needs. We review common risks and the relevant products that address them.
January 8, 2021
It's a common question: “Is what I want to do legal?” To understand the answer, you’ll need to know a few critical distinctions in the eyes of the law.
December 22, 2020
Practices often cite HIPAA to prevent outgoing providers from walking out of the door with patient records. Is it a valid objection?
November 13, 2020
The federal government has become laser-focused on ensuring individuals’ timely access to their health records. Learn about the common ways that practices have triggered complaints that cost thousands of dollars and brought ongoing government scrutiny.
October 2, 2020
Most medical practices treat the decision to require employment contracts for new physicians as almost automatic. But should you consider such agreements for your other staff? We help you evaluate.
June 27, 2020
Why would someone file a whistleblower lawsuit against a medical practice? And what steps can practices take to avoid qui tam lawsuits? We discuss the most common areas of focus.
June 26, 2020
When it comes to laying the groundwork for HIPAA compliance, how do you rate? What if you wait for an audit or breach? We look at two scenarios.
June 4, 2020
Are you up-to-date with your HIPAA compliance? If you’re not sure, you’re probably overdue for a risk assessment. Learn why they’re vital to staying compliant and preventing costly breaches.
May 1, 2020
The recently enacted federal CARES Act allocated $100 billion in relief funds to help healthcare providers weather the COVID-19 pandemic. What are the terms and conditions for receiving and retaining these payments?
