News & Analysis

May 1, 2013
Briefings on HIPAA

The HIPAA Privacy Rule de-identification ­standard-Section 164.514(a)-includes two ­methods by which health information can be designated as de-identified: expert determination and safe harbor.

May 1, 2013
Briefings on HIPAA

Does your organization treat HIPAA compliance as kismet or karma?

May 1, 2013
Briefings on HIPAA

Business associates (BA) definitely have their work cut out for them.

May 1, 2013
Briefings on HIPAA

One thing the release of the omnibus final rule has left healthcare ­organizations asking is, "Where do we start?"

May 1, 2013
Case Management Monthly

Patients who require nutrition support after discharge can be at risk for readmission if their condition isn't managed carefully. They may experience complications from underfeeding, dehydration, and electrolyte imbalances, says Noreen Luszcz, RD, MBA, CNSC, Walgreens Infusion Services (WIS) nutrition program director.

 

May 1, 2013
Case Management Monthly

Not only do case managers have a role to play when inmates are treated at their facilities, but they can also help former prisoners get ready to reenter society.

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