Our Compliance program is designed to identify and correct potential areas of non-compliance. This program helps to maintain clients’ sanctity, adhere strictly to HIPAA security guidelines and protect both the clients and us from potential frauds and errors.
HIPAA Initiatives:
Full-time Compliance Officer designated for policy implementation, staff training and monitoring associates.
Update latest HIPAA guidelines.
Client information access is restricted to the team, which is handling the client’s transaction.
PC lockup path.
Security officer designated for policy implementation, security of systems and PHI.
Shredding of all patient information sheets using Shredder-diamond cutter to the minute size.
Regular audit of compliance program and formulation of corrective plans to address any violation of compliance.
HIPAA Training:
Contacting awareness programs for all employees.
Ongoing training and testing programs link HIPAA education to staff rewards.
HIPAA resource directory to update employees on regulations, news and event
PRIVACY
Every employee signs confidentiality agreement with severe penalties for HIPAA violations
Access to applications/databases defined on ‘need to know’ and ‘minimum necessary’ basis.
HIPAA compliant procedures under implementation in risk areas like:
Data processing
Fax and email communication to external agencies
Information disclosure to payers, patients, family members and others
Storage, retrieval and/or disposal of reports and physical records
