Author: Modern Practice Solutions

If you need support with OSHA and HIPAA compliance, you’re in the right place. Since 2000, we’ve been helping dental practices navigate these complex regulations. We understand the increasing challenges posed by evolving compliance requirements, cyber threats, and the significant government penalties for non-compliance. Let us help you stay protected and compliant.

Workforce Privacy & Security Policies

Written by Modern Practice Solutions on October 12, 2020. Posted in Modern Practice Solutions.

Has your Practice implemented Workforce Privacy & Security policies and procedures to determine whether a particular user has the right to access ePHI (electronic protected health information) based on his/her particular job duties and responsibilities? Some workforce members may require different levels of access based on his/her job function or role within your Practice. Do you have a technical system in place to monitor inappropriate access such as log in monitoring or other technical safeguards?

Is Your Amalgam Separator Running? Then You Better Go Catch It!

Written by Modern Practice Solutions on March 16, 2020. Posted in Modern Practice Solutions.

I mentioned a bluish stain along my patient’s gingival margin and asked her about her other tattoos. I marveled at the amalgamator while dusting the unused equipment in the lab (aka “the land where time forgot”). In hygiene school, I had requirements to polish them until they blinded the instructor, using Brownies and Greenies. Of course, I had a memory device for the order: “Tree trunks are Brownie, and they grow first. Greenie leaves grow last.” I certainly didn’t worry about where amalgam ended up when the dentist replaced it with composite.

How to Stay CyberSane

Written by Modern Practice Solutions on February 27, 2020. Posted in Modern Practice Solutions.

Man rubbing his hands in his hair, frustrated

Ransomware hits 400 dental offices. Cybercriminals are now demanding ransom directly from the patients according to one Florida plastic surgeon who had to post a notification on his website. Cybercriminals seek hundreds of thousands of dollars to decrypt your data held at ransom. HIPAA fines and penalties can be millions of dollars. Do you feel like you are losing your sanity trying to stay cybersane. There are effective methods to maintaining your office’s cybersecurity and HIPAA compliance.

Workplace Violence Policy & Abusive Conduct Prevention Policy

Written by Modern Practice Solutions on September 4, 2019. Posted in Modern Practice Solutions.

Have you experienced bullying in the workplace? “Bullying” and abusive conduct may include persistent, multiple, unreasonable incidents that offend, degrade, intimidate, or humiliate a person.

OSHA Audits: Steps to Take When They Arrive

Written by Modern Practice Solutions on July 23, 2018. Posted in Modern Practice Solutions.

The key to having confidence in your compliance program is preparation for OSHA audits. This article is designed to help you prepare for an OSHA visit. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is an agency of the U.S. Department of Labor. Tennessee OSHA is an agency of the Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development. In addition to Tennessee, there are other states who have OSHA-approved State Plans. (1)

Top Ten Violations TOSHA Will Look For

Written by Modern Practice Solutions on March 12, 2018. Posted in Modern Practice Solutions.

TOSHA Inspector and Dentist standing in office.

Numerous dental offices across the state of Tennessee have been randomly audited. There has been much confusion and quite a bit of stress resulting. This article explores common violations TOSHA will look for, that we commonly see in dental offices in Tennessee. We hope you will find this information helpful in closing the gaps in your compliance program.

Maintaining Computer Logs for HIPAA Compliance

Written by Modern Practice Solutions on August 24, 2017. Posted in Modern Practice Solutions.

Millions of dollars are spent on costly HIPAA settlements due to violations and a lack of compliance. Overlooking risk can result in a security breach. Maintaining computer logs for HIPAA compliance is important.

How to Avoid HIPAA Marketing Scams

Written by Modern Practice Solutions on August 23, 2017. Posted in Modern Practice Solutions.

Has your dental office received a phone call stating:
“My name is XX. I’m calling your office today to conduct your mandatory HIPAA Security Risk Assessment that’s required by the Department of Health and Human Services…” Learn how to avoid HIPAA marketing scams and protect your practice from misleading tactics designed to sell unnecessary services.

How to Dispose of Dental Anesthetic Carpules

Written by Modern Practice Solutions on June 29, 2017. Posted in Modern Practice Solutions.

Modern Practice Solutions, LLC receives many calls about how to dispose dental anesthetic carpules and other pharmaceutical waste. Recently, the American Dental Association published “Stericycle Contracts: Read the Fine Print – Dentists Question Business Practices” in the June 20, 2016 edition of ADA News. Dentists now search for affordable waste disposal options to avoid costly contracts.

Infection Control Breaches in a Dental Office

Written by Modern Practice Solutions on June 29, 2017. Posted in Modern Practice Solutions.

A dentist and dental assistant work together on a patient in a clean, professional clinic setting.

As consultants in dental OSHA and infection control compliance, we focus on promoting safe dental care and work environments. Preventing infection control breaches is essential in every dental office.