Lexology October 19, 2023
Written by: Torbin Welch
Messner Reeves LLP knows that the risk of litigation is always a concern for healthcare organizations, as companies strive to nimbly adapt to changes in state, local and federal regulations across the industry as well as maintain stringent policies and guidelines protecting employees, patients and the company.
Non-compliance with rules of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) can result in significant financial penalties and reputational damage, as well as leaving organizations vulnerable to potential lawsuits by patients claiming negligence or focusing on non-compliance with state and federal laws.
Thus, it’s imperative that healthcare companies adopt a few practical and proactive strategies for minimizing vulnerability to legal issues:
Stay on top of regulatory compliance:
Ensure...