Managing compliance can be a daunting task and any tool that simplifies the process is a welcome addition to the market. Ostendio's offering, MyVirtualComplianceManager™ or MyVCM™ is a cloud-based compliance management platform that is easy to use and designed for small- to medium-sized covered entities (CE) and business associates (BA). MyVCM supports assessment of risk, creation and management of policies and procedures, and compliance monitoring.
Implementing a patient portal is at the top of the list for many organizations working toward attestation for Stage 2 Meaningful Use of EHRs under CMS' EHR Incentive Programs.
It's no secret that the scope of HIM is expanding, so one would assume that compensation for HIM directors and managers is on the rise but this may not be the case.
You hear it over and over again. Covered Entity (CE) A failed to produce an ongoing risk assessment for HIPAA security compliance. CE B had an incomplete risk analysis, leading to a failure to recognize security weaknesses and vulnerabilities. And in come the fines.
Editor's note: With the increased specificity required for ICD-10-CM coding, coders need a solid foundation in anatomy and physiology. To help coders prepare for the upcoming transition, we will provide an occasional article about specific anatomical locations and body parts as part of a larger series for ICD-10-CM preparation. This month's column addresses the anatomy of the feet.
Documentation and billing for observation stays has come under increased scrutiny from the OIG, though many hospitals have struggled with changing regulations and frequently updated guidance.
