AHIMA May 6, 2021
This article is published in sponsorship with Ciox.
Ease of access. It’s what every patient deserves when it comes to their protected health information. It’s also what’s legally required of covered entities under HIPAA. Yet many healthcare providers—particularly small facilities, physician practices, and behavioral health providers—continue to make mistakes, resulting in thousands of dollars in civil monetary penalties (CMP) from the Office for Civil Rights (OCR).
The good news is that HIM professionals can play a critical role in achieving HIPAA compliance. By sharing their knowledge and staying on top of OCR investigations, they can help their organizations avoid costly fines. However, it’s not just about the fines. Providing ease of access is also about giving patients what they need...
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