HIPAA Privacy and Security is continuing to be one of the most important functions in any healthcare organization. The United States set up HIPAA to protect medical data for citizens….
OIG Corporate Integrity Agreement – Recruiting an IRO
The Office of Inspector (OIG) Corporate Integrity Agreement requires the selection of an Independent Review Organization (IRO) within 90 days of signing the agreement. This is one of the most…
Value-Based Reimbursement Transition
Value-Based Reimbursement-laying the groundwork for a transition to it is crucial. As healthcare spending continues to rise, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) is looking for ways to…
HIPAA Risk Assessment Checklist | HIPAA Compliance
A HIPAA risk assessment checklist is crucial in conducting a HIPAA risk analysis. Identifying risks that could impact protected health information (PHI) is an essential part of HIPAA compliance. In…
Feasibility Study of a Hospital Project – 5 Phases
A feasibility study of a hospital project is essential when you’re considering a large-scale acute care hospital project or a “micro-hospital” or a convalescent specialty hospital, such as a skilled…
Physician Practice Revenue Cycle – 8 Basic Best Practices
The physician practice revenue cycle is the one thing which will sustain a practice to provide patient care without undue “cash flow problems.” Even if you have a premier healthcare…
Benefits of Hospital Outsourcing Corporate Compliance – 6 Key Observations
The benefits of hospital outsourcing corporate compliance are important and worthy of serious consideration. The Fox Group has many years of experience providing compliance and HIPAA-related services to our clients….
Healthcare Market Analysis – Does This Project Make Sense?
A healthcare market analysis will answer this question! Many people believe that the first step in beginning a new business venture is to formulate their business plan. However, they are…
HIPAA Compliance Audit Checklist – 8 Guidelines
Do you have a HIPAA compliance audit checklist? And are you using an updated version? Is your organization prepared for an audit by the Department of Health and Human Services…
Market Assessment and Forecasting – what does this tell me?
Market assessment and forecasting, what does this tell me, and how do I use the data? The healthcare industry is filled with uncertainty and opportunity, and strategic trends are to…
HIPAA Compliance Training – 3 Must Include Subjects
HIPAA compliance training is a must! It is essential to evaluate current best practices and determine where you need to make changes. If your organization handles protected health information (PHI),…
Health Care Feasibility Study – 3 Post Acute Case Studies
Think of a health care feasibility study as the foundation for your new post-acute care/long-term care (LTC) venture. Perhaps it’s a different line of service or an entirely new idea….
HIPAA Security Rule – 3 Required Safeguards
Today, our focus is on the HIPAA Security Rule and how it addresses the protection of electronic medical records. Congress passed the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) in…
Assisted Living Facility Market Report – What You Should Know
An Assisted Living Facility market report is a vital first step if you’re considering either acquiring an existing assisted living community or building a new one. The information that you…
HIPAA Business Associate – 6 Observations to Know
There are six observations a HIPAA business associate needs to know because it’s not only healthcare providers (covered entities) that are subject to the guidelines of the Health Insurance Portability…
Senior Living Market Analysis – A Lesson In Preparation
A client approached The Fox Group for assistance in completing a senior living market analysis, an invaluable tool and a must-do first step in the development. Whether it is an…
HIPAA compliance checklist 2021
Is your HIPAA compliance checklist for 2021 ready? The Healthcare Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) plays a critical role in healthcare organizations, and the end of the year is…
Nursing Home Business Plan Consultants – 6 Qualifications
Nursing Home Business Plan Consultants are needed not just because the current economic environment is a challenging one. Within this environment, opportunities for growth are very much present. The long-term…
HIPAA Audit – 5 Tactical Observations to be Prepared
Is your organization prepared for a HIPAA audit? Although random audits from the Health and Human Services Department’s Office for Civil Rights (OCR) are rare, several factors can trigger an…
Revenue Cycle Services in Healthcare – 3 Tactical Outsourcing Observations
It’s a decision all healthcare organizations must struggle with at some point when assessing their revenue cycle services: Does it make more sense to outsource revenue cycle services or keep…