ACA Information Reporting on Forms 1094 and 1095 B&C: Getting Ready for 2017 ...Epstein Becker Green
Join Michelle Capezza, Member of the Firm at Epstein Becker Green, and Howard M. Gerver, President of ACA Managed Services, for a conversation regarding best practices for ACA information reporting, addressing such topics as:
* Data collection and troubleshooting
* Addressing invalid names and social security numbers
* Determining whether an offer of qualifying coverage was made and assigning the correct code
* Employee Status Codes
* Misclassified workers
* Approaching corrections and penalties
* New Developments
With the first year of ACA information reporting completed, it is time to prepare for 2016 information reporting that will be filed in 2017. As the potential for IRS audits and penalties loom, explore some of the pitfalls and lessons learned from the recent inaugural process in order to streamline and improve your compliance with the requirements.
Webinar recorded on September 8, 2016.
http://www.ebglaw.com/events/aca-information-reporting-on-forms-1094-and-1095-bc-getting-ready-for-2017-webinar/
These materials have been provided for informational purposes only and are not intended and should not be construed to constitute legal advice. The content of these materials is copyrighted to Epstein Becker & Green, P.C. ATTORNEY ADVERTISING.
Health Care Fraud Investigations: What to Do When the Government KnocksEpstein Becker Green
Webinar with moderator Marcia Nusgart, R.Ph., of the Alliance of Wound Care Stakeholders, and attorneys George B. Breen, David E. Matyas, and Lynn Shapiro Snyder of Epstein Becker Green. August 17, 2016.
This webinar will provide insight into expanding government investigations and offer ways to enhance your compliance efforts including:
* High risk health care fraud issues
* How to manage a 'touch' by the government enforcement players such as the receipt of a subpoena, and
* The current enforcement climate
http://www.ebglaw.com/events/health-care-fraud-investigations-what-to-do-when-the-government-knocks/
These materials have been provided for informational purposes only and are not intended and should not be construed to constitute legal advice. The content of these materials is copyrighted to Epstein Becker & Green, P.C. ATTORNEY ADVERTISING.
Corporate Behavioral Health Care: “Not So Fast” – Behavioral Health Crash Cou...Epstein Becker Green
Epstein Becker Green Webinar with Attorney Kevin J. Ryan - March 15, 2016
This webinar series should be of interest to providers, payors, private equity investors, and other health care and mental health stakeholders.
This webinar will provide:
* A discussion of the concept of the "corporate practice of medicine" and other professional services:
* Who is allowed to employ licensed professionals may vary by state
* Professional corporations
* The management of professional corporations
* National expansion
* The scope of practice issues
Learn more: http://www.ebglaw.com/events/corporate-behavioral-health-care-not-so-fast-behavioral-health-crash-course-webinar-series/
These materials have been provided for informational purposes only and are not intended and should not be construed to constitute legal advice. The content of these materials is copyrighted to Epstein Becker & Green, P.C. ATTORNEY ADVERTISING.
HIPAA Security Risk Analysis for Business AssociatesRedspin, Inc.
A 8-slide primer on why Business Associates should conduct a HIPAA Security Risk Analysis to meet their new compliance and risk management needs. Includes updates from HITECH Act and HIPAA Omnibus Rule.
ACA Information Reporting on Forms 1094 and 1095 B&C: Getting Ready for 2017 ...Epstein Becker Green
Join Michelle Capezza, Member of the Firm at Epstein Becker Green, and Howard M. Gerver, President of ACA Managed Services, for a conversation regarding best practices for ACA information reporting, addressing such topics as:
* Data collection and troubleshooting
* Addressing invalid names and social security numbers
* Determining whether an offer of qualifying coverage was made and assigning the correct code
* Employee Status Codes
* Misclassified workers
* Approaching corrections and penalties
* New Developments
With the first year of ACA information reporting completed, it is time to prepare for 2016 information reporting that will be filed in 2017. As the potential for IRS audits and penalties loom, explore some of the pitfalls and lessons learned from the recent inaugural process in order to streamline and improve your compliance with the requirements.
Webinar recorded on September 8, 2016.
http://www.ebglaw.com/events/aca-information-reporting-on-forms-1094-and-1095-bc-getting-ready-for-2017-webinar/
These materials have been provided for informational purposes only and are not intended and should not be construed to constitute legal advice. The content of these materials is copyrighted to Epstein Becker & Green, P.C. ATTORNEY ADVERTISING.
Health Care Fraud Investigations: What to Do When the Government KnocksEpstein Becker Green
Webinar with moderator Marcia Nusgart, R.Ph., of the Alliance of Wound Care Stakeholders, and attorneys George B. Breen, David E. Matyas, and Lynn Shapiro Snyder of Epstein Becker Green. August 17, 2016.
This webinar will provide insight into expanding government investigations and offer ways to enhance your compliance efforts including:
* High risk health care fraud issues
* How to manage a 'touch' by the government enforcement players such as the receipt of a subpoena, and
* The current enforcement climate
http://www.ebglaw.com/events/health-care-fraud-investigations-what-to-do-when-the-government-knocks/
These materials have been provided for informational purposes only and are not intended and should not be construed to constitute legal advice. The content of these materials is copyrighted to Epstein Becker & Green, P.C. ATTORNEY ADVERTISING.
Corporate Behavioral Health Care: “Not So Fast” – Behavioral Health Crash Cou...Epstein Becker Green
Epstein Becker Green Webinar with Attorney Kevin J. Ryan - March 15, 2016
This webinar series should be of interest to providers, payors, private equity investors, and other health care and mental health stakeholders.
This webinar will provide:
* A discussion of the concept of the "corporate practice of medicine" and other professional services:
* Who is allowed to employ licensed professionals may vary by state
* Professional corporations
* The management of professional corporations
* National expansion
* The scope of practice issues
Learn more: http://www.ebglaw.com/events/corporate-behavioral-health-care-not-so-fast-behavioral-health-crash-course-webinar-series/
These materials have been provided for informational purposes only and are not intended and should not be construed to constitute legal advice. The content of these materials is copyrighted to Epstein Becker & Green, P.C. ATTORNEY ADVERTISING.
HIPAA Security Risk Analysis for Business AssociatesRedspin, Inc.
A 8-slide primer on why Business Associates should conduct a HIPAA Security Risk Analysis to meet their new compliance and risk management needs. Includes updates from HITECH Act and HIPAA Omnibus Rule.
View from Washington Hot Topics in Health Care Regulation CMS & FDAEpstein Becker Green
From Epstein Becker Green and EBG Advisors: Policy & Legal Trends Impacting Health Care Investment - for more information, please visit http://www.ebglaw.com/PEdownloads
Privacy and Wearables - Wearables Crash Course Webinar SeriesMeltem Tarhan
Epstein Becker Green Webinar with Attorney Patricia M. Wagner - Wearables Crash Course Webinar Series - June 28, 2016.
Wearables can collect a significant amount of information. This session will discuss what you should disclose to consumers, what legal limitations may restrict your use or disclosure of data collected, and how to navigate the process.
http://www.ebglaw.com/events/privacy-and-wearables-wearables-crash-course-webinar-series/
These materials have been provided for informational purposes only and are not intended and should not be construed to constitute legal advice. The content of these materials is copyrighted to Epstein Becker & Green, P.C. ATTORNEY ADVERTISING.
FDA Cybersecurity Recommendations to Comply with NIST - Wearables Crash Cours...Epstein Becker Green
Epstein Becker Green Webinar with Attorney Kim Tyrrell-Knott - Wearables Crash Course Webinar Series - June 21, 2016.
Cybersecurity is a serious risk management issue for all technology and wearables and other wireless technologies, in particular. This session will address FDA's recommendations for a comprehensive cybersecurity program that manages risks throughout the product life cycle.
http://www.ebglaw.com/events/fda-cybersecurity-recommendations-to-comply-with-nist-a-best-practice-for-all-wearables-wearables-crash-course-webinar-series/
These materials have been provided for informational purposes only and are not intended and should not be construed to constitute legal advice. The content of these materials is copyrighted to Epstein Becker & Green, P.C. ATTORNEY ADVERTISING.
To hear the recorded version of this webinar, visit http://bit.ly/1JqXkox
Our panel discusses developments in government enforcement of health care anti-fraud laws. This will include recent court decisions, settlements and OIG/DOJ pronouncements and public statements. The focus will be on development in 2015 year to date. The panel will also discuss significant "cases to watch" that are in active litigation and could result in decisions that impact the industry.
On our agenda:
Overview of recent government enforcement efforts
Highlight of significant False Claims Act decisions in 2015
Discussion of pending cases and their implications for the industry
Presenters:
Jeffrey Fitzgerald, Shareholder, Polsinelli
Brian Bewley, Shareholder, Polsinelli
Investments in Behavioral Health: Drivers and Outlook - Behavioral Health Cra...Epstein Becker Green
Webinar by attorney Purvi Maniar of Epstein Becker Green - April 5, 2016. Part of the Behavioral Health Crash Course Webinar Series.
This webinar will provide:
* A discussion of the main drivers of growth in investment in behavioral health, including the focus on population health management and mental health parity laws
* The outlook for providers of behavioral health services, including an overview of areas of legal focus and potential competition
http://www.ebglaw.com/events/investme...
These materials have been provided for informational purposes only and are not intended and should not be construed to constitute legal advice. The content of these materials is copyrighted to Epstein Becker & Green, P.C. ATTORNEY ADVERTISING.
Mental Health Parity Implementation: Are We There Yet? – Behavioral Health Cr...Epstein Becker Green
Epstein Becker Green Webinar, with Attorney Lesley Yeung - March 22, 2016.
Part of the Behavioral Health Crash Course Webinar Series.
This webinar will provide:
* An overview of the current status of implementation of mental health parity and key challenges that health plans are facing with implementation
* Mental health parity challenges in court
* Additional legislative efforts
For more information, visit http://www.ebglaw.com/events/mental-h....
These materials have been provided for informational purposes only and are not intended and should not be construed to constitute legal advice. The content of these materials is copyrighted to Epstein Becker & Green, P.C. ATTORNEY ADVERTISING.
Digital Health Devices and Clinical Trials – Wearables Crash Course Webinar S...Epstein Becker Green
Epstein Becker Green Webinar with Attorney Daniel G. Gottlieb - Wearables Crash Course Webinar Series - June 14, 2016.
Wearables can collect valuable data in clinical trials. However, there is not a lot of clarity on how wearables are regulated. This session will help you understand why this uncertainty exists and provide you with strategies for navigating these muddy regulatory waters.
See http://www.ebglaw.com/events/digital-health-devices-and-clinical-trials-wearables-crash-course-webinar-series/
These materials have been provided for informational purposes only and are not intended and should not be construed to constitute legal advice. The content of these materials is copyrighted to Epstein Becker & Green, P.C. ATTORNEY ADVERTISING.
Sampling of training program material for health care fraud, abuse and compliance training for health care providers. contact Chiropractic Compliance Consultants for more at 913-369-9000, or visit our website at cccpfc.com
What Are the Risks? Business Types Facing Increased Scrutiny: White-Collar Cr...Epstein Becker Green
Epstein Becker Green Webinar with Attorney David J. Marck - White-Collar Crash Course Webinar Series - October 17, 2017.
Discussion Points:
* Is your company subject to the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act?
* Risks in the home health care industry
* Are you a vendor to the federal government? Avoiding procurement fraud
Visit http://www.ebglaw.com/events/what-are-the-risks-business-types-facing-increased-scrutiny-white-collar-crash-course-webinar-series/
Take a coffee break every Tuesday in October at 2 p.m. ET to join us for a 15-minute webinar covering white-collar and criminal enforcement issues!
These materials have been provided for informational purposes only and are not intended and should not be construed to constitute legal advice. The content of these materials is copyrighted to Epstein Becker & Green, P.C. ATTORNEY ADVERTISING.
Presentation mat at CAPG 2015 Colloquium.
Thirty cents of every dollar goes to no and low value care. While that drove billing in FFS service, success in value based arrangements comes from mitigating it by matching your practice patters with the right arrangements and payer partners. Often providers delivering the best care have hidden value that traditional utilization reviews and unit cost analysis don’t uncover. Fortunately, the newly-released HHS government benchmark data allow providers to pick the right risk arrangements and identify their exact contributions to payers.
Attend this session to learn what public government data is available to help providers move to risk, how payers and providers are using it to successful negotiate and manage capitation.
To protect patient health information (PHI) from access by unauthorized entities, The Health Information Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) was enacted. With the advancement in technology, patient data has now become extensively digitized.Hence, it has become important to safeguard the privacy of patient health information.
HIPAA Compliance and Security in a Mobile WorldRyan Snell
With healthcare regulations evolving to account for the explosion of mobile devices (BYOD) being used at work, HIPAA compliance is critical for all healthcare organizations who are facing security breaches and hefty fines.
Michelle Caswell, Senior Director of Legal & Compliance at Clearwater Compliance, reviews HIPAA, violations and effective compliance. Having worked as a HIPAA Investigator at the Office for Civil Rights, Michelle brings first-hand understanding and passion to the discussion, focusing on the future of HIPAA and how BYOD solutions affect healthcare organizations’ compliance and patient record safety.
View from Washington Hot Topics in Health Care Regulation CMS & FDAEpstein Becker Green
From Epstein Becker Green and EBG Advisors: Policy & Legal Trends Impacting Health Care Investment - for more information, please visit http://www.ebglaw.com/PEdownloads
Privacy and Wearables - Wearables Crash Course Webinar SeriesMeltem Tarhan
Epstein Becker Green Webinar with Attorney Patricia M. Wagner - Wearables Crash Course Webinar Series - June 28, 2016.
Wearables can collect a significant amount of information. This session will discuss what you should disclose to consumers, what legal limitations may restrict your use or disclosure of data collected, and how to navigate the process.
http://www.ebglaw.com/events/privacy-and-wearables-wearables-crash-course-webinar-series/
These materials have been provided for informational purposes only and are not intended and should not be construed to constitute legal advice. The content of these materials is copyrighted to Epstein Becker & Green, P.C. ATTORNEY ADVERTISING.
FDA Cybersecurity Recommendations to Comply with NIST - Wearables Crash Cours...Epstein Becker Green
Epstein Becker Green Webinar with Attorney Kim Tyrrell-Knott - Wearables Crash Course Webinar Series - June 21, 2016.
Cybersecurity is a serious risk management issue for all technology and wearables and other wireless technologies, in particular. This session will address FDA's recommendations for a comprehensive cybersecurity program that manages risks throughout the product life cycle.
http://www.ebglaw.com/events/fda-cybersecurity-recommendations-to-comply-with-nist-a-best-practice-for-all-wearables-wearables-crash-course-webinar-series/
These materials have been provided for informational purposes only and are not intended and should not be construed to constitute legal advice. The content of these materials is copyrighted to Epstein Becker & Green, P.C. ATTORNEY ADVERTISING.
To hear the recorded version of this webinar, visit http://bit.ly/1JqXkox
Our panel discusses developments in government enforcement of health care anti-fraud laws. This will include recent court decisions, settlements and OIG/DOJ pronouncements and public statements. The focus will be on development in 2015 year to date. The panel will also discuss significant "cases to watch" that are in active litigation and could result in decisions that impact the industry.
On our agenda:
Overview of recent government enforcement efforts
Highlight of significant False Claims Act decisions in 2015
Discussion of pending cases and their implications for the industry
Presenters:
Jeffrey Fitzgerald, Shareholder, Polsinelli
Brian Bewley, Shareholder, Polsinelli
Investments in Behavioral Health: Drivers and Outlook - Behavioral Health Cra...Epstein Becker Green
Webinar by attorney Purvi Maniar of Epstein Becker Green - April 5, 2016. Part of the Behavioral Health Crash Course Webinar Series.
This webinar will provide:
* A discussion of the main drivers of growth in investment in behavioral health, including the focus on population health management and mental health parity laws
* The outlook for providers of behavioral health services, including an overview of areas of legal focus and potential competition
http://www.ebglaw.com/events/investme...
These materials have been provided for informational purposes only and are not intended and should not be construed to constitute legal advice. The content of these materials is copyrighted to Epstein Becker & Green, P.C. ATTORNEY ADVERTISING.
Mental Health Parity Implementation: Are We There Yet? – Behavioral Health Cr...Epstein Becker Green
Epstein Becker Green Webinar, with Attorney Lesley Yeung - March 22, 2016.
Part of the Behavioral Health Crash Course Webinar Series.
This webinar will provide:
* An overview of the current status of implementation of mental health parity and key challenges that health plans are facing with implementation
* Mental health parity challenges in court
* Additional legislative efforts
For more information, visit http://www.ebglaw.com/events/mental-h....
These materials have been provided for informational purposes only and are not intended and should not be construed to constitute legal advice. The content of these materials is copyrighted to Epstein Becker & Green, P.C. ATTORNEY ADVERTISING.
Digital Health Devices and Clinical Trials – Wearables Crash Course Webinar S...Epstein Becker Green
Epstein Becker Green Webinar with Attorney Daniel G. Gottlieb - Wearables Crash Course Webinar Series - June 14, 2016.
Wearables can collect valuable data in clinical trials. However, there is not a lot of clarity on how wearables are regulated. This session will help you understand why this uncertainty exists and provide you with strategies for navigating these muddy regulatory waters.
See http://www.ebglaw.com/events/digital-health-devices-and-clinical-trials-wearables-crash-course-webinar-series/
These materials have been provided for informational purposes only and are not intended and should not be construed to constitute legal advice. The content of these materials is copyrighted to Epstein Becker & Green, P.C. ATTORNEY ADVERTISING.
Sampling of training program material for health care fraud, abuse and compliance training for health care providers. contact Chiropractic Compliance Consultants for more at 913-369-9000, or visit our website at cccpfc.com
What Are the Risks? Business Types Facing Increased Scrutiny: White-Collar Cr...Epstein Becker Green
Epstein Becker Green Webinar with Attorney David J. Marck - White-Collar Crash Course Webinar Series - October 17, 2017.
Discussion Points:
* Is your company subject to the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act?
* Risks in the home health care industry
* Are you a vendor to the federal government? Avoiding procurement fraud
Visit http://www.ebglaw.com/events/what-are-the-risks-business-types-facing-increased-scrutiny-white-collar-crash-course-webinar-series/
Take a coffee break every Tuesday in October at 2 p.m. ET to join us for a 15-minute webinar covering white-collar and criminal enforcement issues!
These materials have been provided for informational purposes only and are not intended and should not be construed to constitute legal advice. The content of these materials is copyrighted to Epstein Becker & Green, P.C. ATTORNEY ADVERTISING.
Presentation mat at CAPG 2015 Colloquium.
Thirty cents of every dollar goes to no and low value care. While that drove billing in FFS service, success in value based arrangements comes from mitigating it by matching your practice patters with the right arrangements and payer partners. Often providers delivering the best care have hidden value that traditional utilization reviews and unit cost analysis don’t uncover. Fortunately, the newly-released HHS government benchmark data allow providers to pick the right risk arrangements and identify their exact contributions to payers.
Attend this session to learn what public government data is available to help providers move to risk, how payers and providers are using it to successful negotiate and manage capitation.
To protect patient health information (PHI) from access by unauthorized entities, The Health Information Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) was enacted. With the advancement in technology, patient data has now become extensively digitized.Hence, it has become important to safeguard the privacy of patient health information.
HIPAA Compliance and Security in a Mobile WorldRyan Snell
With healthcare regulations evolving to account for the explosion of mobile devices (BYOD) being used at work, HIPAA compliance is critical for all healthcare organizations who are facing security breaches and hefty fines.
Michelle Caswell, Senior Director of Legal & Compliance at Clearwater Compliance, reviews HIPAA, violations and effective compliance. Having worked as a HIPAA Investigator at the Office for Civil Rights, Michelle brings first-hand understanding and passion to the discussion, focusing on the future of HIPAA and how BYOD solutions affect healthcare organizations’ compliance and patient record safety.
The current healthcare system in the United States is heavily influenced by HIPAA Security. This translates into a need to understand technology and cybersecurity beyond the use of anti-malware applications. This presentation presents some of the basics Covered Entities and Business Associates must be aware of as it relates to HIPAA Security.
HIPAA Compliance Made Easy: Conducting a Risk AssessmentConference Panel
Conducting a HIPAA risk assessment is a legal requirement, and this webinar will equip healthcare organizations with the knowledge and tools necessary to fulfill this obligation. By understanding the risks that threaten the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of protected health information, organizations can take proactive measures to mitigate these risks and establish a robust compliance framework.
Attending the "How to Conduct a HIPAA Risk Assessment Webinar" will empower healthcare organizations to embark on a continuous risk assessment process, enabling them to stay informed about evolving threats and ensure ongoing compliance with HIPAA standards and implementation specifications. By embracing the insights and best practices shared in the webinar, organizations can strengthen their security posture and safeguard patient information effectively.
Register,
https://conferencepanel.com/conference/how-to-conduct-a-hipaa-risk-assessment-and-the-surprising-danger-of-not-doing-one
CHAPTER3 Maintaining ComplianceMANY LAWS AND REGULATIONS.docxchristinemaritza
CHAPTER
3 Maintaining Compliance
MANY LAWS AND REGULATIONS ARE IN PLACE regarding the protection of
information technology (IT) systems. Companies have a requirement to comply with the laws that
apply to them. The first step is to understand the laws. You’re not expected to be a lawyer, but you
should understand the basics of relevant laws.
Once you have an idea of which laws and regulations apply, you can then dig in deeper to
ensure your organization is in compliance. The cost of not complying can sometimes be
expensive. Fines can be in the hundreds of thousands of dollars. Some offenses can result in jail
time.
Chapter 3 Topics
This chapter covers the following topics and concepts:
• What U.S. compliance laws exist
• What some relevant regulations related to compliance are
• What organizational policies for compliance should be considered
• What standards and guidelines for compliance exist
Chapter 3 Goals
When you complete this chapter, you will be able to:
• Define compliance
• Describe the purpose of FISMA
• Identify the purpose and scope of HIPAA
• Describe GLBA and SOX, and the impact for IT
• Describe the purpose of FERPA
• Identify the purpose and scope of CIPA
• List some federal entities that control regulations related to IT
• Describe the purpose of PCI DSS
• Describe the contents of SP 800-30
• Describe the purpose of COBIT
• Describe the purpose of ISO and identify some relevant security standards
• Identify the purpose of ITIL
• Identify the purpose of CMMI
U.S. Compliance Laws
Many laws exist in the United States related to information technology (IT). Companies affected
by the laws are expected to comply with the laws. This is commonly referred to as compliance.
Many organizations have internal programs in place to ensure they remain in compliance with
relevant laws and regulations. These programs commonly use internal audits. They can also use
certification and accreditation programs. When compliance is mandated by law, external audits are
often done. These external audits provide third-party verification that the requirements are being
met.
An old legal saying is “ignorance is no excuse.” In other words, you can’t break the law and
then say “I didn’t know.” The same goes for laws that apply to any organization. It’s important for
any organization to know what the relevant laws and regulations are.
You aren’t expected to be an expert on any of these laws. However, as a manager or executive,
you should be aware of them. You can roll any of the relevant laws and regulations into a
compliance program for more detailed checks.
This section covers the following U.S. laws:
• Federal Information Security Management Act (FISMA) 2002
• Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) 1996
• Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act (GLBA) 1999
• Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX) 2002
• Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) 1974
• Children’s Internet Protection Act (CIPA) 2000
Federal Information ...
Office of Civil Rights HIPAA Audits Preparing Your Clients and YourselfPYA, P.C.
PYA Consulting Manager Susan Thomas presented “Office of Civil Rights HIPAA Audits – Preparing Your Clients and Yourself” at The Florida Bar’s “Representing the Physician: It Is Harder Than It Looks” conference, February 3, 2017, in Orlando, Florida.
The presentation covered topics that include:
The Health Information Technology for Economic and Clinical Health Act.
Phase 1 audit, privacy, security, and breach notification findings and lessons learned.
Phase 2 audits—scope and recipient selection.
HIPAA audit readiness and steps for preparing.
Personal reflections from an OCR breach investigation.
Audit resources for physician practices.
Collection, Processing and Reporting of ICSRClinosolIndia
ICSR (Individual Case Safety Report) is a critical component of pharmacovigilance, which involves the collection, processing, and reporting of adverse events associated with the use of drugs and other medical products.
The collection of ICSRs involves the systematic and proactive collection of adverse event data from a variety of sources, including healthcare professionals, patients, and regulatory authorities. The process typically involves the use of standardized reporting forms, which capture information about the patient, the drug product, and the adverse event. In addition to spontaneous reporting, ICSRs may also be collected through clinical trials, post-authorization safety studies, and other surveillance programs.
Once an ICSR is received, it is subjected to a process of validation and assessment to ensure that it is complete and of sufficient quality to be included in the pharmacovigilance database. This involves checking that the report contains all the required information and that it is consistent with known safety profiles of the drug product.
After validation, the ICSR is coded according to standard medical dictionaries, such as MedDRA (Medical Dictionary for Regulatory Activities), which allows for consistent and accurate reporting of adverse events across different products and databases. The data is then entered into the pharmacovigilance database, where it is analyzed for potential safety signals or trends.
Reporting of ICSRs is an essential component of pharmacovigilance, and regulatory authorities require that pharmaceutical companies report adverse events associated with their products in a timely and accurate manner. The process of reporting typically involves the submission of periodic safety update reports, as well as ad-hoc reports for significant safety events.
GEMC: Nursing Process and Linkage between Theory and PracticeOpen.Michigan
This is a lecture by Jeremy Lapham from the Ghana Emergency Medicine Collaborative. To download the editable version (in PPT), to access additional learning modules, or to learn more about the project, see http://openmi.ch/em-gemc. Unless otherwise noted, this material is made available under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution Share Alike-3.0 License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/.
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http://www.ltcsocialmark.com , 888-404-1513, Free Webinar: Make November and December Amazing! Step-by-Step Lead Gen for Home Care Agencies in Nov/Dec 2015
Step-by-Step actions you can take in the months of November and December to generate more referrals and more leads for your home care business. Don't miss this live webinar! It's everything you need to make Nov/Dec 2015 AWESOME!
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Social Media Marketing for Geriatric Care Managers: Using Social Media as a P...LTC Expert Publications
Social Media Marketing for Geriatric Care Managers: Using Social Media as a Private Tool for Communication and as a Marketing Tool for Increasing Your Client Base. NAPGCM - MidWest Conference August 2010
social media and care management, geriatric care management, elder care management, social media for caregiving families
These lecture slides, by Dr Sidra Arshad, offer a quick overview of physiological basis of a normal electrocardiogram.
Learning objectives:
1. Define an electrocardiogram (ECG) and electrocardiography
2. Describe how dipoles generated by the heart produce the waveforms of the ECG
3. Describe the components of a normal electrocardiogram of a typical bipolar leads (limb II)
4. Differentiate between intervals and segments
5. Enlist some common indications for obtaining an ECG
Study Resources:
1. Chapter 11, Guyton and Hall Textbook of Medical Physiology, 14th edition
2. Chapter 9, Human Physiology - From Cells to Systems, Lauralee Sherwood, 9th edition
3. Chapter 29, Ganong’s Review of Medical Physiology, 26th edition
4. Electrocardiogram, StatPearls - https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK549803/
5. ECG in Medical Practice by ABM Abdullah, 4th edition
6. ECG Basics, http://www.nataliescasebook.com/tag/e-c-g-basics
Explore natural remedies for syphilis treatment in Singapore. Discover alternative therapies, herbal remedies, and lifestyle changes that may complement conventional treatments. Learn about holistic approaches to managing syphilis symptoms and supporting overall health.
New Directions in Targeted Therapeutic Approaches for Older Adults With Mantl...i3 Health
i3 Health is pleased to make the speaker slides from this activity available for use as a non-accredited self-study or teaching resource.
This slide deck presented by Dr. Kami Maddocks, Professor-Clinical in the Division of Hematology and
Associate Division Director for Ambulatory Operations
The Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center, will provide insight into new directions in targeted therapeutic approaches for older adults with mantle cell lymphoma.
STATEMENT OF NEED
Mantle cell lymphoma (MCL) is a rare, aggressive B-cell non-Hodgkin lymphoma (NHL) accounting for 5% to 7% of all lymphomas. Its prognosis ranges from indolent disease that does not require treatment for years to very aggressive disease, which is associated with poor survival (Silkenstedt et al, 2021). Typically, MCL is diagnosed at advanced stage and in older patients who cannot tolerate intensive therapy (NCCN, 2022). Although recent advances have slightly increased remission rates, recurrence and relapse remain very common, leading to a median overall survival between 3 and 6 years (LLS, 2021). Though there are several effective options, progress is still needed towards establishing an accepted frontline approach for MCL (Castellino et al, 2022). Treatment selection and management of MCL are complicated by the heterogeneity of prognosis, advanced age and comorbidities of patients, and lack of an established standard approach for treatment, making it vital that clinicians be familiar with the latest research and advances in this area. In this activity chaired by Michael Wang, MD, Professor in the Department of Lymphoma & Myeloma at MD Anderson Cancer Center, expert faculty will discuss prognostic factors informing treatment, the promising results of recent trials in new therapeutic approaches, and the implications of treatment resistance in therapeutic selection for MCL.
Target Audience
Hematology/oncology fellows, attending faculty, and other health care professionals involved in the treatment of patients with mantle cell lymphoma (MCL).
Learning Objectives
1.) Identify clinical and biological prognostic factors that can guide treatment decision making for older adults with MCL
2.) Evaluate emerging data on targeted therapeutic approaches for treatment-naive and relapsed/refractory MCL and their applicability to older adults
3.) Assess mechanisms of resistance to targeted therapies for MCL and their implications for treatment selection
Recomendações da OMS sobre cuidados maternos e neonatais para uma experiência pós-natal positiva.
Em consonância com os ODS – Objetivos do Desenvolvimento Sustentável e a Estratégia Global para a Saúde das Mulheres, Crianças e Adolescentes, e aplicando uma abordagem baseada nos direitos humanos, os esforços de cuidados pós-natais devem expandir-se para além da cobertura e da simples sobrevivência, de modo a incluir cuidados de qualidade.
Estas diretrizes visam melhorar a qualidade dos cuidados pós-natais essenciais e de rotina prestados às mulheres e aos recém-nascidos, com o objetivo final de melhorar a saúde e o bem-estar materno e neonatal.
Uma “experiência pós-natal positiva” é um resultado importante para todas as mulheres que dão à luz e para os seus recém-nascidos, estabelecendo as bases para a melhoria da saúde e do bem-estar a curto e longo prazo. Uma experiência pós-natal positiva é definida como aquela em que as mulheres, pessoas que gestam, os recém-nascidos, os casais, os pais, os cuidadores e as famílias recebem informação consistente, garantia e apoio de profissionais de saúde motivados; e onde um sistema de saúde flexível e com recursos reconheça as necessidades das mulheres e dos bebês e respeite o seu contexto cultural.
Estas diretrizes consolidadas apresentam algumas recomendações novas e já bem fundamentadas sobre cuidados pós-natais de rotina para mulheres e neonatos que recebem cuidados no pós-parto em unidades de saúde ou na comunidade, independentemente dos recursos disponíveis.
É fornecido um conjunto abrangente de recomendações para cuidados durante o período puerperal, com ênfase nos cuidados essenciais que todas as mulheres e recém-nascidos devem receber, e com a devida atenção à qualidade dos cuidados; isto é, a entrega e a experiência do cuidado recebido. Estas diretrizes atualizam e ampliam as recomendações da OMS de 2014 sobre cuidados pós-natais da mãe e do recém-nascido e complementam as atuais diretrizes da OMS sobre a gestão de complicações pós-natais.
O estabelecimento da amamentação e o manejo das principais intercorrências é contemplada.
Recomendamos muito.
Vamos discutir essas recomendações no nosso curso de pós-graduação em Aleitamento no Instituto Ciclos.
Esta publicação só está disponível em inglês até o momento.
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Report Back from SGO 2024: What’s the Latest in Cervical Cancer?bkling
Are you curious about what’s new in cervical cancer research or unsure what the findings mean? Join Dr. Emily Ko, a gynecologic oncologist at Penn Medicine, to learn about the latest updates from the Society of Gynecologic Oncology (SGO) 2024 Annual Meeting on Women’s Cancer. Dr. Ko will discuss what the research presented at the conference means for you and answer your questions about the new developments.
Title: Sense of Taste
Presenter: Dr. Faiza, Assistant Professor of Physiology
Qualifications:
MBBS (Best Graduate, AIMC Lahore)
FCPS Physiology
ICMT, CHPE, DHPE (STMU)
MPH (GC University, Faisalabad)
MBA (Virtual University of Pakistan)
Learning Objectives:
Describe the structure and function of taste buds.
Describe the relationship between the taste threshold and taste index of common substances.
Explain the chemical basis and signal transduction of taste perception for each type of primary taste sensation.
Recognize different abnormalities of taste perception and their causes.
Key Topics:
Significance of Taste Sensation:
Differentiation between pleasant and harmful food
Influence on behavior
Selection of food based on metabolic needs
Receptors of Taste:
Taste buds on the tongue
Influence of sense of smell, texture of food, and pain stimulation (e.g., by pepper)
Primary and Secondary Taste Sensations:
Primary taste sensations: Sweet, Sour, Salty, Bitter, Umami
Chemical basis and signal transduction mechanisms for each taste
Taste Threshold and Index:
Taste threshold values for Sweet (sucrose), Salty (NaCl), Sour (HCl), and Bitter (Quinine)
Taste index relationship: Inversely proportional to taste threshold
Taste Blindness:
Inability to taste certain substances, particularly thiourea compounds
Example: Phenylthiocarbamide
Structure and Function of Taste Buds:
Composition: Epithelial cells, Sustentacular/Supporting cells, Taste cells, Basal cells
Features: Taste pores, Taste hairs/microvilli, and Taste nerve fibers
Location of Taste Buds:
Found in papillae of the tongue (Fungiform, Circumvallate, Foliate)
Also present on the palate, tonsillar pillars, epiglottis, and proximal esophagus
Mechanism of Taste Stimulation:
Interaction of taste substances with receptors on microvilli
Signal transduction pathways for Umami, Sweet, Bitter, Sour, and Salty tastes
Taste Sensitivity and Adaptation:
Decrease in sensitivity with age
Rapid adaptation of taste sensation
Role of Saliva in Taste:
Dissolution of tastants to reach receptors
Washing away the stimulus
Taste Preferences and Aversions:
Mechanisms behind taste preference and aversion
Influence of receptors and neural pathways
Impact of Sensory Nerve Damage:
Degeneration of taste buds if the sensory nerve fiber is cut
Abnormalities of Taste Detection:
Conditions: Ageusia, Hypogeusia, Dysgeusia (parageusia)
Causes: Nerve damage, neurological disorders, infections, poor oral hygiene, adverse drug effects, deficiencies, aging, tobacco use, altered neurotransmitter levels
Neurotransmitters and Taste Threshold:
Effects of serotonin (5-HT) and norepinephrine (NE) on taste sensitivity
Supertasters:
25% of the population with heightened sensitivity to taste, especially bitterness
Increased number of fungiform papillae
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Tom Selleck Health: A Comprehensive Look at the Iconic Actor’s Wellness Journeygreendigital
Tom Selleck, an enduring figure in Hollywood. has captivated audiences for decades with his rugged charm, iconic moustache. and memorable roles in television and film. From his breakout role as Thomas Magnum in Magnum P.I. to his current portrayal of Frank Reagan in Blue Bloods. Selleck's career has spanned over 50 years. But beyond his professional achievements. fans have often been curious about Tom Selleck Health. especially as he has aged in the public eye.
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Introduction
Many have been interested in Tom Selleck health. not only because of his enduring presence on screen but also because of the challenges. and lifestyle choices he has faced and made over the years. This article delves into the various aspects of Tom Selleck health. exploring his fitness regimen, diet, mental health. and the challenges he has encountered as he ages. We'll look at how he maintains his well-being. the health issues he has faced, and his approach to ageing .
Early Life and Career
Childhood and Athletic Beginnings
Tom Selleck was born on January 29, 1945, in Detroit, Michigan, and grew up in Sherman Oaks, California. From an early age, he was involved in sports, particularly basketball. which played a significant role in his physical development. His athletic pursuits continued into college. where he attended the University of Southern California (USC) on a basketball scholarship. This early involvement in sports laid a strong foundation for his physical health and disciplined lifestyle.
Transition to Acting
Selleck's transition from an athlete to an actor came with its physical demands. His first significant role in "Magnum P.I." required him to perform various stunts and maintain a fit appearance. This role, which he played from 1980 to 1988. necessitated a rigorous fitness routine to meet the show's demands. setting the stage for his long-term commitment to health and wellness.
Fitness Regimen
Workout Routine
Tom Selleck health and fitness regimen has evolved. adapting to his changing roles and age. During his "Magnum, P.I." days. Selleck's workouts were intense and focused on building and maintaining muscle mass. His routine included weightlifting, cardiovascular exercises. and specific training for the stunts he performed on the show.
Selleck adjusted his fitness routine as he aged to suit his body's needs. Today, his workouts focus on maintaining flexibility, strength, and cardiovascular health. He incorporates low-impact exercises such as swimming, walking, and light weightlifting. This balanced approach helps him stay fit without putting undue strain on his joints and muscles.
Importance of Flexibility and Mobility
In recent years, Selleck has emphasized the importance of flexibility and mobility in his fitness regimen. Understanding the natural decline in muscle mass and joint flexibility with age. he includes stretching and yoga in his routine. These practices help prevent injuries, improve posture, and maintain mobilit
Flu Vaccine Alert in Bangalore Karnatakaaddon Scans
As flu season approaches, health officials in Bangalore, Karnataka, are urging residents to get their flu vaccinations. The seasonal flu, while common, can lead to severe health complications, particularly for vulnerable populations such as young children, the elderly, and those with underlying health conditions.
Dr. Vidisha Kumari, a leading epidemiologist in Bangalore, emphasizes the importance of getting vaccinated. "The flu vaccine is our best defense against the influenza virus. It not only protects individuals but also helps prevent the spread of the virus in our communities," he says.
This year, the flu season is expected to coincide with a potential increase in other respiratory illnesses. The Karnataka Health Department has launched an awareness campaign highlighting the significance of flu vaccinations. They have set up multiple vaccination centers across Bangalore, making it convenient for residents to receive their shots.
To encourage widespread vaccination, the government is also collaborating with local schools, workplaces, and community centers to facilitate vaccination drives. Special attention is being given to ensuring that the vaccine is accessible to all, including marginalized communities who may have limited access to healthcare.
Residents are reminded that the flu vaccine is safe and effective. Common side effects are mild and may include soreness at the injection site, mild fever, or muscle aches. These side effects are generally short-lived and far less severe than the flu itself.
Healthcare providers are also stressing the importance of continuing COVID-19 precautions. Wearing masks, practicing good hand hygiene, and maintaining social distancing are still crucial, especially in crowded places.
Protect yourself and your loved ones by getting vaccinated. Together, we can help keep Bangalore healthy and safe this flu season. For more information on vaccination centers and schedules, residents can visit the Karnataka Health Department’s official website or follow their social media pages.
Stay informed, stay safe, and get your flu shot today!
Your Home Health Care Agency is 5xs More Likely to Be Audited By OCR than the IRS
1. ❧
Your Home Health Care
Agency is 5xs More Likely to
Be Audited By OCR than by
the IRS
The Security Risk Analysis
Bryan Brothers – CHPS, CAHIMS
Copyright 2015 Brothers and Associates LLC
2. ❧“Consider what it will cost you if Office of Civil Rights (OCR) visits, even if
you get through the ordeal without a fine, or even an accusation. “
❧ Learn what they will ask before they make a determination.
❧ Learn what a Meaningful Use Objective is/means to you.
❧ Why Conduct a Security Risk Analysis?
❧ How Often Does a Breach Occur in Home Health Care?
❧ What Are the Fines, and Can You Afford It?
❧ Examples of Home Health Care Breaches Across the U.S.
❧ Myths and Misconceptions about Safety.
❧ Mistakes to Avoid
❧ Where Can You Turn for Help?
❧ QA
Agenda and Introductions
3. ❧
“This final omnibus rule marks the
most sweeping changes to the HIPAA
Privacy and Security Rules since they
were first implemented. These changes
not only greatly enhance a patient’s
privacy rights and protections, but also
strengthen the ability of my office to
vigorously enforce the HIPAA privacy
and security protections, regardless of
whether the information is being held
by a health plan, a health care provider,
or one of their business associates.”
Current Director Jocelyn Samuels
continues to support this philosophy.
HHS Office for Civil Rights
Former Director, Leon Rodriguez
4. ❧
Prior to HIPAA, there was no universally recognized
security standard for protected health information (PHI).
Brief History
HITECH, as part of American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of
2009, contains specific incentives designed to accelerate adoption
of electronic health records among providers.
It broadens the scope of privacy and security protections listed
under HIPAA and also increases the repercussions and
enforcement potential for non-compliance.
5. ❧Conduct or review a security risk
analysis in accordance with the
requirements under 45 CFR
164.308 (a) (1), including
addressing the encryption/security
of data at rest and implement
security updates as necessary and
correct identified security
deficiencies as part of the risk
management process.
Meaningful Use Objective
6. ❧
Why Conduct a Risk Analysis?
❧ The process of a Risk Analysis is an ongoing and
interactive part of your organizations security plan.
❧ The Purpose is to identify potential threats and
vulnerabilities to PHI, implement needed changes to
make PHI more secure, and monitor the results of
mitigation.
❧ Understanding the risk to Confidentiality, Integrity,
and Availability of ePHI is the key to your security!
7. • Identify Non-Compliance of HIPAA and
other rules and regulations
• Identify Threats and Vulnerabilities
• Identify Weaknesses that could result
in unauthorized disclosures or
breaches
• Improve processes when handling PHI
• Demonstration of good faith effort to
insure compliance with required
component of Meaningful Use and
HIPAA law.
What Information will a Risk Analysis
provide?
8. Procedure for Risk Analysis
The Risk Analysis is a Nine Step Process!
To correctly perform an analysis the guidelines set
forth by National Institute for Standards and
Technology must be used.
9. Procedure for Risk Analysis
Step 1:
● Scope the Assessment
● Identify where ePHI is created, received, maintained,
processed, or transmitted
● Take into account the remote work force and telecommuters,
and removable media and portable computing devices
10. Procedure for Risk Analysis
Step 2:
● Gather Information
● Identify the conditions under which EPHI is
created, received maintained, processed, or
transmitted by the covered entity
● Identify the security controls currently being
used to protect the EPHI
11. Procedure for Risk Analysis
Step 3: Identify Realistic Threats
● Identify and compile a list of potential threat
sources applicable to the organization
● Include realistic, probable human, and natural
incidents that can have a negative impact on an
organizations ability to protect EPHI
12. Step 4: Identify Potential Liabilities
● Develop a list of vulnerabilities
● Focus on areas where EPHI can be disclosed
without proper authorization, improperly modified,
or made unavailable when needed.
Procedure for Risk Analysis
13. Step 5: Assess Current Security Controls
● Determine if the implemented or planned security
controls will minimize or eliminate risks to EPHI
Procedure for Risk Analysis
14. Step 6: Determine Likelihood and Impact of Threat
● Likelihood: probability of a threat occurring that
can cause or trigger an adverse event
● Impact: effect that an adverse event would have
on an organization if a vulnerability was exploited
Procedure for Risk Analysis
15. Step 7: Determine Level of Risk
● Assess level of risk to the organization
● Risk is based off of values assigned to the
likelihood and impact of a threat occurrence
Procedure for Risk Analysis
16. Step 8: Recommend Security Controls
● Security controls that could mitigate the identified
risks
● Reduce the level of risk to the IT system and its
data to an acceptable level
Step 9: Document the Risk Results
Pause for excited audience to calm
down!!!
Procedure for Risk Analysis
17. Step 1: scope the
assessment
Step 2: gather
information
Step 3: identify
realistic threats
Step 4: identify
potential
vulnerabilities
Step 5: assess
current
security
controls
Step 6:
determine
likelihood and
impact of threat
Step 7:
determine level
of risk
Step 8:
recommend
security controls
Step 9:
document risk
results
ANOTHER LOOK AT THE PROCESS
18. ❧
THREE TIER APPROACH
❧ Audits, Audits and More Audits…
❧ Three separate entities are now performing audits of
medical facilities: Figliozzi &Company, a private
contractor, perform audits on behalf CMS and the
ONC for the Meaningful Use Program. The Office of
Civil Rights performs audits on behalf of the
Department of Health and Human Services. Lastly,
the Office of Attorney General performs audits for the
State.
19. ❧
❧ While audits are in progress, they may or may not
effect you. Many audits are a result of Breach
situations. How often does a Breach occur in Home
Health Care?
❧ A: Never, these rules do not apply to me!
❧ B: They happen, but no harm occurs…
❧ C: A Breach every 3.5 hours.
Overstated?
20. ❧
❧ Three Major Breaches in Florida in the last 24
months from Home Health Care Agencies.
❧ Over 14,000 records involved.
❧ Settlements still pending in some cases.
❧ PAPER RECORDS INVOLVED
Surprising Information
21. ❧
❧ Missouri – Home Care of Mid-Missouri – 4027 records
❧ Texas – Hope Hospice – 818 records
❧ Kansas – Complete Medical Homecare – 1700 records
❧ Kentucky – ReachOut Homecare – 4500 records
❧ New Jersey – Jersey City Medical Center – 36400 records
❧ Minnesota – In APRIL OF 2015 –Allina Health – 838 records
❧ Largest Breach last year – 179000 records from one California
based provider.
Across the Country
22. ❧
❧ Each audit program has a different penalty structure,
however they are similar in the penalty phases :
❧ For the EMR Program Audit: Notice of a failed audit
will result in a tentative notice of overpayment, and
incentive payment for audit year will be recouped.
❧ FRAUDULENT ATTESTATION PUNISHMENT MAY
INVOLVE IMPRISONMENT, SIGNIFICANT FINES,
LOSS OF LICENSE, AND EXCLUSION FROM
PARTICIPATION IN INCENTIVE PROGRAM.
Penalties Involved
23. OCR Audits have varied fines dependent
on severity of findings. The largest fines
are Civil Penalties up to $1.5 million per
occurrence!
Multiple violations due to willful neglect
not corrected of an identical requirement
or prohibition made during the same
calendar year
Other violations may result in lesser
penalties of $10,000 per occurrence not
to exceed $250,000:
Violation was due to willful neglect,
corrected, violation of an identical
requirement or prohibition during a
calendar year
24. Each Audit Program Can Result in Criminal Penalties!
Most Breaches Require The Provision of Credit / Identity
Protection Services. The Average cost of these services is
$230 per individual. As an Example the Breach mentioned in
Minnesota, 838 records, would then cost $192,740 to mitigate.
Added cost are also incurred due to loss of patients due to
“Bad Press”.
25. 2013 saw the first fine for a Breach of
Less Than 500 Records
•440 records
•Lost laptop
Hospice of North Idaho
No risk assessment therefore no appropriate measures to
address the risk or to maintain the appropriate security
measures.
$50,000 fine, Corrective Action Plan
CAP required employer to enforce policies and sanction policy
violations
26. ❧
From the Los Angeles Times
❧ UCLA pays $865,500 to settle celebrity medical record snooping case July 7, 2011 “Settlement with U.S.
regulators also call for UCLA to retrain staff and take steps to prevent future breaches. Some staff have
already been fired for viewing the records of Farrah Fawcett, Michael Jackson and others.”
❧ UCLA Health System has agreed to pay $865,500 as part of a settlement with federal regulators announced
Thursday after two celebrity patients alleged that hospital employees broke the law and reviewed their medical
records without authorization.
❧ Federal and hospital officials declined to identify the celebrities involved. The complaints cover 2005 to 2009, a time
during which hospital employees were repeatedly caught and fired for peeping at the medical records of dozens of
celebrities, including Britney Spears, Farrah Fawcett and then-California First Lady Maria Shriver.
❧ The employee was not named in the agreement, and the hospital spokeswoman declined to identify who it was. But
the timing and description of the alleged violations cited in the agreement suggest that it may have been Lawanda
Jackson, an administrative specialist at Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center who was fired in 2007 after she was
caught accessing Farrah Fawcett's medical records and allegedly selling information to the National Enquirer.
❧ Jackson later pleaded guilty to a felony charge of violating federal medical privacy laws for commercial purposes but
died of cancer before she could be sentenced. Fawcett died of cancer in 2009.
27. ❧
❧ Failure to pass an audit from any of the participating
organizations can result in more than just penalties
imposed:
❧ The Reputation of your organization can be effected
by published results.
❧ How many of you have experienced a breach ???
More Than Money!!!
28. In Florida From 2012 until
Now:
39 incidents Over 500 records
required reporting to HHS
0ver 170,000 Patient Records Affected!
29. ❧
Things To Consider
❧ Security Risk Analysis are sold in many forms, can
be purchased as a kit, and can be done with no help
at all.
❧ No analysis is perfect.
❧ There are some Myths: It doesn’t apply to me…,
❧ My EMR Vendor said I don’t need to they are
certified,
❧ Our IT manager says our system is safe…
30. ❧
Most findings in a risk analysis process relate to policy and procedure
deficiencies that tend to be overlooked as a business grows. The Analysis will
become the backbone of your security plan. Findings will indicate a need for
new policies, Business Associate Agreements that you have not needed before
this year, and updates of forms that have always been used and accepted.
DO NOT PANIC! The most important part of the Risk Analysis is the provision
of mediation! At conclusion you should know what you need to fix, replace, and
issue to be in compliance. Make sure your analysis will provide a plan for
corrective actions!
Mistakes to Avoid
31. ❧
❧ Audits come in different strengths and sizes. Like
everything else, preparation is the key. The benefit
of a completed risk analysis goes beyond knowing
WHAT deficiencies you can identify, it demonstrates
to an auditor you have performed your due diligence
and strive to be in compliance with ever changes
rules and regulations.
Prepare Now!
32. ❧
The guidelines we covered today demonstrate the
foundation of the Risk Analysis.
The Office of National Coordinator (ONC) recognizes
one certification:
Certified in Healthcare Privacy & Security (CHPS)
Issued by the American Health Information
Management Association.
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