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Healthcare Data Security Breach: What to Do If Your Records Have Been Hacked

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These data breaches have affected millions of patients, putting their sensitive healthcare information at risk. The number of healthcare data breaches keeps going up year after year. In 2018, the healthcare sector saw 15 million patient records compromised across 503 breaches, which was three times the amount seen in 2017.

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6 aspects to consider when choosing the right medical coding partner for your practice 

Health Prime

When speaking with prospective medical coding partners, make sure to find out how they follow compliance rules. They should give you a list of compliance procedures they take as a company and how they ensure each employee is following rules and regulations. Most of them are above 98.5%. Reach out to us at sales@hpiinc.com.

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Therapy Notes vs. Progress Notes

Valant

Failing to follow best practices for therapy notes and progress notes can have legal and professional repercussions. Therapy notes are a clinician’s private record of their patient encounters. In fact, providers whose patients request these notes may want to think long and hard about granting the request.

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UnitedHealth Group Confirms Data Stolen in Change Healthcare Ransomware Attack

The HIPAA Journal

They have also taken the opportunity to remind healthcare providers about the HHS voluntary Healthcare and Public Health Cybersecurity Performance Goals , which will help them to strengthen preparedness, improve resiliency against cyberattacks, and better protect patient health information.

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Medical billing audits: A proactive approach to compliance and revenue protection 

Health Prime

Electronic Health Records (EHR) and practice management systems are goldmines of information. Review Documentation: Review the patient record, encounter forms, and billing documents for completeness and accuracy. The practice should comply with HIPAA regulations and every other applicable law.

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Tackling Medical Billing Challenges with Software 

CollaborateMD

The software reduces the likelihood of errors with automated features to ensure that proper codes are used, and the updated claims rules and regulations are followed. This minimizes the time it takes to follow-up on claims and ensures you receive reimbursements in a timely manner.

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5 Practice Policies that Help Maintain Large Practice Success

Valant

The rise of telehealth has become a game-changer in the healthcare industry, breaking down geographical barriers and making it easier for patients to access care. This is especially critical for behavioral health, where regular sessions and follow-ups are essential for effective treatment.