Every office should select a Compliance Officer. This person is the go-to person who will stay up to date on current OIG regulations, HIPAA requirements, and other regulations. It is vital that the clinic assign a person that will make sure these rules are being enforced. Normally, a compliance officer is detailed oriented and willing…
OIG vs. HIPAA – What You Need to Know
Know the Differences Between OIG and HIPAA There is a great deal of uncertainty regarding the differences between an OIG Compliance program and a HIPAA Compliance program. Although every practice has the right to develop its own unique plan to suit its size and services, a clinic cannot choose one over the other. An effective…
What is Compliance?
What Does Compliance Mean? Compliance means conforming to a rule, policy, standard, or law. Healthcare compliance is an ongoing process of meeting the obligations and following the established guidelines of governmental authorities. Most of the laws and regulations of these authorities focus on patient privacy, patient safety, and billing practices. The Rule Makers Health Insurance…