2.
Breaches of privacy & confidentiality are a
violation of one of healthcare’s core values
Numerous true examples exist…and these are
just the ones we know out about.
Organizations and their leaders must be held
accountable.
Implementation of training and
technical/system controls are imperative
3.
Semi-annual training on HIPPA rule should be
provided to all employees
Notifications should be sent as needed during
the year regarding changes/updates to the
law
Various methods should be utilized to
increase knowledge and retention
4.
Large organizations/systems should utilize
computer based modules (CBMs)
CBMs provide employees with flexibility
CBMs easily and quickly provide compliance rates
Tests should be included with each module
Test must be passed to advance
5.
Tailor training based on employee groups
(coders, contractors, finance, etc)
Utilize different methods such as lectures,
discussions, actual cases, written material
Privacy/HIPAA information and guidelines
should be available on company intranet
For example…post your organizations notice
of privacy practices (NPP)
6.
Inform employees that HIPAA is a FEDERAL law
Discuss additional State laws
Disclose potential penalties to employees
Provide employees with true stories
Inform employees that periodic and random
audits are to occur
7.
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