In a guidance document published on August 14, 2020, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) provided enforcement deadlines and implementation guidance regarding the long awaited CMS Interoperability and Patient Access final rule. The final rule was published on May 1 of this year and includes several new requirements applicable to Medicaid and the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP).
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August 2020
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CMS Guidance For Compliance With Interoperability and Patient Access Final Rule Posted on: August 27, 2020 In: Data Privacy & Cybersecurity
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Healthcare Providers Beware: HIPAA Applies When Complying With Subpoenas Posted on: August 18, 2020 In: Data Privacy & Cybersecurity
Much scrutiny has been given to the treatment for COVID-19 and the use of funds in fighting it. In time, the local, state, and federal governments will be investigating or prosecuting organizations accepting COVID-19 funds or treating those with the coronavirus. Covered entities, such as healthcare providers and health plans, might be served with subpoenas and discovery requests. It is important to know how to manage the release or disclosure of patient information subject to these requests.
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