health care legislation for its citizens. She cites the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, known as Obamacare, which aims to offer coverage and reduce health care cost to all American citizens. She says that the constitutionality of the law, requiring citizens to obtain health insurance,...
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Defining Healthcare Compliance The continual procedure of fulfilling or exceeding the legal, ethical, and performance standards relevant to a particular healthcare institution or practitioner is known as healthcare compliance. The Office of Inspector General (OIG) of the Department of Health and Human ...
HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) is United States legislation that providesdata privacyand security provisions forsafeguarding medical information. The law has emerged into greater prominence in recent years with the many healthdata breachescaused by cyber attacks andransomwareattac...
Harris has said restoring the protections of Roe v. Wade will be her “first priority” if she wins the election. She said she would push Congress toeliminate the filibusterto pass abortion protection legislation. She has repeatedly said she would sign legislation passed by Congress to restore ...
Healthcare technology, or “healthtech,” refers to the use of technologies developed for the purpose of improving any and all aspects of the healthcare system. From telehealth to robotic-assisted surgery, our guide will walk you through what it is and how it’s being used. ...
Healthcare consolidation is expected to persist, but mounting concerns over its impact on costs, clinical autonomy, and cybersecurity vulnerabilities are likely to prompt policymakers to implement stricter regulations. In a transition away from independent practice, approximately77 percent of physicians now...
If the legislation passes, the program will begin in Fall 2024 and take effect for consumers in 2025. How an HRA can help your employees pay their health insurance premiums and out-of-pocket costs Health insurance subsidies are beneficial for those who qualify for them. But, if you have emp...
Staying informed of the latest legislation will help you maintain compliance and avoid expensive penalties. Work with a payroll service provider Often, the surest way to improve your payroll process is to work with a provider who can handle all aspects of payroll on your behalf. You may have ...
The Isle of Man is set to become the first place in the UK where assisted dying is legal, aftera bill cleared the last parliamentary hurdle before royal assent. The legislation would give terminally ill people "autonomy and choice" at the end of their life, according to Dr Alex Allinson,...