U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) will begin enforcing health IT information blocking penalties starting September 1st. Under the 21st Century Cures Act final rule published in June, certified health IT developers and entities and health information exchanges and networks can be penalized up to $1 million for interfering with the access, exchange, and use of electronic health information. #healthcare #healthinformation #informationtechnology #informationblocking #hipaa
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The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) HHS Office of Inspector General will begin enforcing penalties for information blocking on health IT entities starting TODAY. Now, you might be wondering, what does this mean for you? Well, it's crucial that you choose your vendors wisely, ensuring they are aware and compliant with these new enforcement policies because it may open the door to fines of up to $1 million per violation. Four types of entities will be subject to a penalty: -Health IT developers of certified health IT -Entities offering certified health IT -Health information exchanges -Health information networks Now, it's time for us to acknowledge and celebrate, Jill DeGraff, our SVP Regulatory. Each day, Jill passionately strives to position b.well at the forefront of healthcare regulations. She champions the cause of data exchange, privacy standards, and interoperability, with a clear vision of a future where the seamless exchange of data results in remarkable healthcare outcomes and experiences for all. Jill, this one's for you! ✊🏽 #infoblocking #healthit #regulatoryradar
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At DoctorsBackOffice, we prioritize the daily maintenance of Electronic Medical Records (EMR) and Electronic Health Records (EHR) to ensure the ongoing safeguarding of Protected Health Information (PHI). #medicalbilling #outsourcemedicalbilling #medicalbillingservices #outsourcemedicalbillingservice #medicaltranscription #outsourcemedicaltranscription #paymentposting #outsourcepaymentposting #claimsubmission #outsourceclaimsubmission #denialmanagement #outsourcedenialmanagement #insuranceverification #eligibilityverification #insuranceeligibilityverification #outsourceeligibilityverification #outsourceinsuranceeligibilityverification #outsourcehospitaltranscription #outsourceradiologytranscription #outsourceradiologystattranscription #emr #emrdataintegration #emrdatamaintenance #emrdatamanagement #ehr #ehrdataintegration #ehrdatamaintenence #ehrdatamanagement
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https://hubs.li/Q02hytDH0 Do you have questions about information blocking in the healthcare sector? The team behind fast and reliable record exchange has got your back! 💪 We compiled a list of FAQs regarding information blocking in healthcare. We're here to help clear up any doubts you may have! ❓ Why is information blocking such a big deal? ❓ What are the penalties for compliance violations? ❓ What steps can be taken to streamline record retrieval? 👉 Remember to tag a friend or share this post with anyone who might find it helpful. Let's spread awareness and empower everyone with knowledge about information blocking in healthcare! #InformationBlocking #HealthcareFAQs #TransparencyMatters #HealthcareTechnology
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The DPDP Act involves healthcare providers and entities to obtain explicit consent from individuals whose data is processed, before collecting, using, or sharing their personal health data. Non Compliance could lead to both Reputational and Financial damages. 🔏 Looking forward to know more, Get a free consultation with Timus experts today📞 #healthcareupdates #dataprivacy #data #datasecurity #hospitals #patientcare
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Did you know that you have a legal right to access your health information? The new HHS rule protects patient rights by ensuring patients and their care teams have access to necessary health data. By penalizing healthcare providers who unreasonably block access to electronic health information, this rule helps guarantee that your health data will flow smoothly between different care teams and systems, without unnecessary delays Why does this matter? ➡️ It ensures you can access your electronic health records quickly and without unreasonable barriers. ➡️ Your care team will have the information they need to make informed decisions, leading to more efficient and effective healthcare. ➡️ This rule takes necessary actions to protect patient privacy and preferences. Read more about the HHS ruling here. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/e2aqdpih... #healthdata #healthcare #patientrights #empoweryourhealth
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Nondiscrimination counsel to hospitals and health systems 🩺 Compliance, Investigations, and Litigation
The Biden Administration's expanded regulation under Section 1557 of the #ACA has been published in the Federal Register today, making the regulation's effective date July 5, 2024. Stay tuned for my review of the multiple next steps that hospitals and health systems must take in response to the final rule. #healthlaw #equalaccess #languageaccess #compliance #healthcareAI
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Did you know Call Psych is HIPAA compliant? The web app only asks for a range of clinical data to provide treatment recommendations and does not include any protected health information that can be linked back to an individual patient. Learn more at callpsych.com #healthtech #digitalhealth #hipaacompliant #mentalhealthtreatment
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I completely understand your frustration with the complexity of getting answers to your medical questions. Answering medical questions can be complex due to diverse care locations, varied specialists, strict privacy rules, communication issues, and interoperability challenges among electronic health records. This process takes time as healthcare professionals coordinate care and ensure accurate information. As a patient advocate, I'm here to dedicate the time needed to navigate these complexities and help you get the answers you deserve. Together, we can work towards simplifying this process for all. If you're frustrated with your healthcare journey, schedule a free consultation using the link in the bio. https://bit.ly/3wKdINc. #EmpoweringPatients #ElevatingProviders #PatientAdvocate #CollaborativeCare #PatientCenteredApproach #HealthcareEmpowerment #PositiveImpact #TeamworkInHealthcare #PatientsFirst #HealthcareAdvocacy
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#ResourceAvailable: The health care compliance community and stakeholders can utilize HHS-OIG’s General Compliance Program Guidance. It provides information about relevant federal laws, compliance program infrastructure, resources, and other items useful for understanding health care compliance. Learn more: https://direc.to/fgDD
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