In the complex landscape of healthcare, compliance isn't just about following rules—it's about ensuring the safety and trust of your patients. While healthcare providers strive to offer the best care, it's easy to overlook some compliance requirements that can lead to significant legal and financial consequences. Below, we highlight common compliance mistakes and how to...
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The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has updated the Privacy Rule of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) of 1996. This change, driven by the Biden-Harris administration through the Office for Civil Rights (OCR), follows the Supreme Court’s decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization. As a result, 21...
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In many industries, kickbacks are seen as a normal part of doing business, but in the realm of healthcare, they're viewed quite differently. Kickbacks are not only unethical, but they're also illegal, posing a significant threat to patient welfare and the integrity of healthcare systems. It's important to understand the Anti-Kickback Statute so as to...
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Starting a health coaching business requires meticulous planning to ensure both sustainable success and effective client engagement. Here’s a comprehensive approach to launching your venture on solid ground: Education and Training Several institutions offer a variety of different certifications that enable you to properly and legally work as a Health Coach. Take the time to...
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If you're managing a medical practice, you might assume that the services of a healthcare attorney are only necessary when facing a lawsuit. However, healthcare attorneys offer more than just litigation support; they can provide crucial assistance in various operational aspects. Here are five situations where your practice may benefit from the expertise of a...
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The purchase and acquisition of a healthcare business is complex but rewarding, requiring strategic planning, due diligence, and understanding the healthcare landscape. Whether you're an established provider or an entrepreneur, this guide will help you navigate the process. Understanding the Healthcare Business Landscape The healthcare sector includes hospitals, clinics, nursing homes, home healthcare services, and...
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Texas law requires nurse practitioners to enter into a prescriptive authority agreement with a supervising physician, a contract that outlines a general plan for patient care, including which drugs the nurse practitioner may or may not prescribe. So the answer is currently "no". A Nurse Practitioner may not open their own NP Practice. Here is...
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Choosing the right entity and structure for your healthcare practice is a critical decision that directly influences compliance adherence, operational flexibility, tax efficiency, and risk mitigation strategies. Whether you're a licensed physician, physician assistant, or another healthcare professional, your careful selection of the practice's legal framework can pave the way for sustainable success and growth....
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In 2021, a law called the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) was enacted to strengthen the U.S. financial crime monitoring system. The aim is to make certain entities, including those in the health care sector, share information about their ownership and control with the U.S. government. The Beneficial Ownership Information Reporting Rule (BOI Rule), an integral...
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Telemedicine has become a means for patients to overcome numerous barriers to healthcare access. But challenges still exist, including technology, insurance coverage, comfort level, and regulatory compliance. In this blog, we explain why telemedicine is so important in the post-pandemic world, offer advice for providers who may be considering incorporating telemedicine into their practice, and...
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