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Can a CEO Also Serve as a Compliance Officer?
Chief Executive Officers (CEOs) occasionally consider taking on the additional role of the compliance officer for their organization. While the…
Claims Compliance & Processing: Understanding the High-Risk Area
Key Points: Claims development and submission was highlighted as a primary compliance high-risk area by the Department of Health and Human…
Documentary Pillars to Support Effective Compliance Programs
Twenty Key Documents. Both the Department of Health and Human Services Office of the Inspector General (OIG) and Department of…
Traits of Effective Healthcare Compliance Officers
Characteristics and Tips Industry guidance frequently calls for compliance officers to be effective. In the original Compliance Program Guidance for Hospitals,…
After Two Years of COVID-19 Crisis Management, Why Will 2022 Be the Right Time for a Compliance Program Evaluation?
Key Points: As health care organizations emerge from crisis management, leadership should consider refocusing on compliance. It is time to…
New FBI Cybersecurity Warning
Tips to protect against cyberattacks. The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) issued a cybersecurity alert calling for increased vigilance in network…
One Billion CVS Records Accidentally Posted Online
Earlier this year, an independent cybersecurity researcher discovered that a CVS Health database containing more than 1 billion data points was posted…
Evidencing a Culture of Compliance
Key Points: The 2020 Department of Justice (DOJ) Evaluation of Corporate Compliance Programs raises many questions related to the ability…
Chief Compliance Officer vs. General Counsel: How Should They Interact?
Major 2021 HCCA Program Topic One of the most discussed compliance issues is the contrast between the roles and authorities…
Critical Written Guidance for Effective Compliance Programs
Both the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Office of the Inspector General (OIG) and Department of Justice (DOJ)…
Expedited Compliance Document Evaluation
Key Points Many seek the quickest and least expensive means to have their compliance programs evaluated. Common methods for independent…
Checklist for Addressing Ongoing Monitoring and Auditing
There remains considerable confusion among compliance officers regarding the proper management and ownership of monitoring and auditing functions. “Monitoring” is…