Can We Stop Using Lead Aprons & Thyroid Collars on Dental Patients?
Are you confused by all the changes? Shield or don’t shield?
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Olivia Wann founded Modern Practice Solutions, LLC, in 2000 to help professionals navigate regulatory compliance and risk management challenges. A passion for empowering clients to thrive in their industries inspired Olivia to establish the company. Our dynamic team provides tailored solutions and expert guidance, helping countless practices grow and achieve lasting success.
Defibrillators: Are Yours Ready and Set?
Most of us go through our daily routines without considering the possibility of a sudden emergency. But what if someone urgently needed a defibrillator? Would your AED be ready to save a life?
Defibrillators: Are Yours Ready and Set?
by Gracie Hogue
We all work from day to day without thinking of the possibilities of a dire emergency happening. But in the offhand chance that someone needs to be revived, is your AED ready?
Corporate Transparency Act for Dental Offices
Are you an LLC, a PLLC, or a corporate entity? Be aware that Congress passed the Corporate Transparency Act in 2021. The new federal reporting requirement for beneficial ownership information goes into effect beginning January 1, 2024. The goal of this new law is to prevent money laundering and other financial crimes, including terrorist financing.
The First Phishing Attack Settlement $480,000 Announced!
The OCR reached a $480,000 settlement with a Louisiana medical group after a phishing attack compromised the information of 35,000 patients. Phishing attacks can result in identity theft, financial loss, discrimination, stigma, mental anguish, negative consequences to reputation, health, or physical safety of the individuals, or to others identified in the individual’s protected health information, according to the Office of Civil Rights.
ABC’s of an Office Christmas Party
Are you counting down the days until Christmas? With the holiday season fast approaching, questions arise for employers and their teams. Let’s talk about the ABC’s of Christmas in the workplace.
What’s Going on with Radiation Protection Laws?
There has been some buzz in the dental field about laws changing that concern x-ray and radiation protection for patients. We’ve recently received questions and comments from clients saying that they’ve heard that lead aprons are soon going to be obsolete, and they are wondering if this is or isn’t true. So, what is going on with Radiation Protection Laws?
What Happens When You Disobey a HIPAA Rule?
The Office of Civil Rights (OCR) indicates that sanction policies can support HIPAA compliance. These policies are a crucial tool for promoting accountability and improving cybersecurity and data protection. So, what happens when you disobey a HIPAA rule?
What Happens When You Disobey a HIPAA Rule?
by Olivia Wann
The Office of Civil Rights indicates that sanction policies can support HIPAA compliance. Your sanction policies can be an important tool for supporting accountability and improving cybersecurity and data protection. Employees are required to comply with written policies and procedures. If they violate these policies and procedures, sanctions are specifically required by HIPAA’s Privacy Rule and Security Rule.
Year-End Checklist: HIPAA Compliance Tasks
As we enter the last quarter of the year, there are important considerations to make in reviewing your regulatory compliance program. Let’s look at HIPAA compliance tasks.