The HIPAA Security Rule preamble reinforces training "criticality" and restates the standard, "We require training of the workforce as reasonable and appropriate to carry out their functions in the facility." Security training is essential.
The ICD-10 implementation deadline is just around the corner, so hospitals must carefully assess their systems and processes to ensure things go smoothly on and after October 1.
Healthcare-associated infections (HAI) rack up millions of dollars in healthcare costs each year. HAIs are not only costly, but increase LOS and are often a source of preventable readmissions.
