Creating a Culture of Compliance: Beyond Policies and Procedures

June 27, 2025

Avoid sanctions, civil monetary penalties and other consequences resulting from lack of developing an ethical culture of compliance throughout all layers of your organization. This article addresses basic steps to create an effective culture of compliance in a healthcare organization.

Common types of HIPAA violations

HIPAA, which stands for the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act, is a monumental piece of legislation in the U.S. that was enacted in 1996 in order to reduce healthcare fraud and facilitate the transfer of worker’s coverage when they…

July 25, 2025

Creating a Culture of Compliance: Beyond Policies and Procedures

Written by Dr. Stacey R. Atkins, PhD, MSW, LMSW, CPC, CIGE Avoid sanctions, civil monetary penalties and other consequences resulting from lack of developing an ethical culture of compliance throughout all layers of your organization. This article addresses basic steps to…

July 21, 2025

Understanding HIPAA Privacy: Safeguarding Personal Health Information

Introduction In an era where data is a valuable asset, protecting sensitive health information is crucial. The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) was enacted in 1996 to establish national standards for safeguarding patient data. HIPAA’s Privacy Rule specifically…

July 15, 2025