Today’s climate of healthcare cybersecurity risks has many organizations feeling vulnerable and ill-prepared to address the daily threats and ongoing compliance requirements. The U.S. Office for Civil Rights (OCR) notes that many, if not most, healthcare...
Raghu Reddy, MBA, says his peers do not realize how much time and money they are wasting sticking to paper processes. He calls it a missed opportunity. Reddy is the Chief Administrative Officer at SurgCenter of Western Maryland, where he is responsible for the overall...
Being aware of the newest healthcare compliance rules and regulations is no easy task. Governing bodies are constantly updating standards due to changes in legislation, technological advancements, new medical research, societal dynamics, and more. You might be...
Compliance is critical in the medical field, especially during times of high healthcare staff turnover. Even as people and roles change, compliance guidelines stay the same, and serve to help healthcare organizations adhere to legal, ethical, and regulatory...
Creating a solid team of healthcare professionals and administrators is essential for maintaining a safe and efficient healthcare environment. Unfortunately, the pandemic and its rippling effects have created a healthcare staffing shortage leading to overworked and...
Infections are a $28.4 billion problem leaving healthcare facilities continually working to do more to address them. Sure, you’ve got a written infection control plan (ICP), but is it doing its job to protect your patients, staff, and facility? In today’s rapidly...