Fresenius Medical Care North American (FMCNA), a multistate clinic and provider network specializing in chronic kidney failure treatment, agreed to a $3.5 million HIPAA violation settlement.
A recent report released by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention revealed that almost 70% of Americans are considered overweight or obese. This epidemic costs American healthcare systems approximately $190 billion per year in treatment of weight-related conditions.
Q: If a patient accidentally puts the paperwork in the trash or on the table, and the information on the paperwork is visible to other patients or family members, is it a HIPAA violation?
The National Association of Healthcare Revenue Integrity is currently seeking speakers to present at the 2018 Revenue Integrity Symposium, to be held October 16–17, 2018, in Litchfield Park, Arizona. Is that special person you or a colleague?
This week's note clarifies the rules, regulations, and provider considerations to take into accounting following CMS' decision to remove total knee arthroplasty from the inpatient-only list.
