The DOJ’s New National Fraud Enforcement Division Priorities
The new Department of Justice (DOJ) National Fraud Enforcement Division (NFED) has a staff of more than 500 attorneys dedicated…
Compliance Risk Assessment Framework (RAF): A Step-by-Step Guide for 2026
Every healthcare organization understands the importance of risk management, but most do not have a solid foundation for their programs.…
The DOJ Declination Sends a Clear Message That Voluntary Self-Disclosures Can Change the Outcome of a Criminal Investigation
On July 29, 2026, the Department of Justice (DOJ) announced that it had resolved a criminal health care fraud investigation…
Who Should Run Your HIPAA Privacy Evaluation: Law Firm, Consulting Firm, or Privacy Specialist?
A HIPAA privacy evaluation is an intensive review of how an organization handles protected health information (PHI). It requires assessing…
On Call HIPAA Consultants Can Be A Smart Investment
The Challenge of Fluctuating HIPAA Workloads Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) compliance has become increasingly complex,…
Recent HIPAA Enforcement Trends and Compliance Considerations
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office for Civil Rights (OCR) continues to actively enforce the Health Insurance…
Common HIPAA Breach Notification Mistakes Healthcare Organizations Make
Responding to a breach of protected health information (PHI) requires healthcare organizations to make several decisions within a relatively short…
HIPAA Risk Assessment: A Step-by-Step Guide for Healthcare Organizations
The Department of Health and Human Services Office for Civil Rights’ (OCR) enforcement record shows a consistent pattern: a missing…
Preparing Internal Staff to Take Over as Compliance Officers
Education, training, credentialling, gaining experience, and tutoring It has been nearly 30 years since the OIG Compliance Program Guidance helped…
Billing and Coding Compliance
Healthcare billing and coding compliance, revenue integrity, and arrangements with referral sources represent one of the highest-risk areas for healthcare…
Compliance Officer Responsibilities for Using Artificial Intelligence
As in many business sectors, healthcare compliance officers are increasingly considering how artificial intelligence (AI) can support their duties and…
Interim Compliance Officer vs. Compliance Consultant: What Is the Difference?
Key Points: Healthcare organizations frequently engage outside compliance expertise to strengthen their compliance programs, address staffing challenges, or respond to…