by Peter Cass | Aug 12, 2022 | Billing
For over a decade, PCS has been warning optometrists regarding the potential inducement to refer violations surrounding free CE provided to optometrists by ophthalmology groups. The Anti-Kickback Statute has always been very clear on this issue, stating that...
by Peter Cass | May 24, 2022 | HIPAA
My Employee Violated HIPAA. Am I Responsible? Schedule a Free Demo When healthcare privacy breaches occur, it’s not always malicious. In fact, it’s often because of carelessness or a lack of understanding of HIPAA rules. To prevent HIPAA violations, healthcare...
by Peter Cass | Apr 11, 2022 | HIPAA, IT, Legislation, Security
Information blocking is anything that interferes with, prevents, or materially discourages access, exchange, or use of electronic health information (EHI). The concept was defined by Congress in the 21st Century Cures Act, and the ONC is responsible for defining what...
by Peter Cass | Apr 3, 2022 | Security
A year ago, we were noting predatory actions by imposters posing as DEA, police and FBI agents. Doctors were being contacted by email and phone with threatening messages. It appears the cybercriminals are at it again. The cybercriminals will relay some URGENT story...
by Peter Cass | Mar 25, 2022 | Billing, Insurance
With the release of new FDA approved eye drops to improve near vision, questions are pouring in on the legal ways to get paid for this service. The AOA sent out a correct but complex explanation and as usual, the blogs are already full of “ideas”. We can...
