This episode explores the ongoing legal battle between Florida hospitals and UnitedHealthcare regarding emergency care reimbursements. Gain insights into how insurance underpayments are reshaping provider-payer relationships and what it means for compliance professionals in healthcare.

Key Topics:

• Legal implications of reimbursement disputes
• Impact of payer underpayments on healthcare delivery
• Compliance strategies during litigation and audit risk

Resources:

• Learn more about healthcare compliance systems: epicompliance.com
• Explore healthcare compliance training and weekly webinars: epicompliance.com/training-in...

Originally Recorded: March 04, 2025.

This session continues the deep dive into the top healthcare trends of 2025, focusing on legal challenges, evolving cybersecurity threats, and the growing impact of private equity in healthcare. Designed to help providers stay compliant and proactive, this session delivers critical strategies for adapting to a fast-changing regulatory environment.

Key Topics:

• Legal updates affecting healthcare operations in 2025
• Cybersecurity threats and HIPAA safeguards
• Financial influence of private equity on healthcare delivery

Resources:

• Learn more about healthcare compliance systems: epicompliance.com
• Explore healthcare compliance training and weekly webinars: epicompliance.com/training-in...

Originally Recorded: February 25, 2025.

This session explores the growing compliance challenges posed by smart devices such as smartwatches, fitness trackers, and voice assistants in healthcare environments. Featuring insights on the recent Apple lawsuit, the webinar examines how emerging technologies intersect with HIPAA regulations and patient data protection.

Key Topics:

• Legal implications of wearable and smart technology in clinics
• Data privacy risks and safeguards under HIPAA
• Lessons from recent litigation involving smart device use in healthcare

Resources:

• Learn more about healthcare compliance systems: epicompliance.com
• Explore healthcare compliance training and weekly webinars: epicompliance.com/training-in...

Originally Recorded: February 18, 2025.

This episode explores the complex HIPAA compliance issues that arise when a third party—such as a family member, employer, or charitable group—offers to cover a patient’s healthcare costs. Learn how to maintain confidentiality, meet legal requirements, and protect your organization from potential violations.

Key Topics:

• HIPAA rules for third-party payments and disclosures
• Authorization requirements and consent procedures
• Risk management strategies to prevent breaches

Resources:

• Learn more about healthcare compliance systems: epicompliance.com
• Explore healthcare compliance training and weekly webinars: epicompliance.com/training-in...

Originally Recorded: February 11, 2025.

Learn how to respond to false or malicious online reviews while staying fully compliant with HIPAA. In this session, our experts provide guidance on navigating the fine line between protecting your professional reputation and safeguarding patient privacy. Avoid costly compliance mistakes by understanding what you can and cannot say online.

Key Topics:

• Legal and compliant response tactics to online reviews
• HIPAA privacy rules in digital communication
• Protecting your brand without risking a violation

Resources:

• Learn more about healthcare compliance systems: epicompliance.com
• Explore healthcare compliance training and weekly webinars: epicompliance.com/training-in...

Originally Recorded: February 4, 2025.

Join this enlightening session with Mr. Ric Garcia, Medical Device Sales Representative from Aroa Biosurgery, as we explore cutting-edge ECM (extracellular matrix) technology in wound care. Learn how innovation, compliance, and patient care intersect in today's evolving medical device landscape.

Key Topics:

• ECM technology advancements in wound healing
• The role of compliance in medical device innovation
• Real-world clinical insights from Aroa Biosurgery

Resources:

• Learn more about healthcare compliance systems: epicompliance.com
• Explore healthcare compliance training and weekly webinars: epicompliance.com/training-in...

Originally Recorded: January 28, 2025.

Join Dr. Jose I. Delgado, CEO of EPICompliance and Taino Consultants, as he unpacks the critical trends shaping healthcare compliance in 2025. This webinar offers strategic insights into the evolving landscape of legal regulations, data security, and financial pressures in the healthcare industry.

Key Topics:

• Legal and regulatory changes affecting healthcare operations
• Cybersecurity challenges and updated risk mitigation practices
• The growing influence of private equity in healthcare

Resources:

• Learn more about healthcare compliance systems: epicompliance.com
• Explore healthcare compliance training and weekly webinars: epicompliance.com/training-in...

Originally Recorded: January 21, 2025.

Gain critical insight into recent legal complexities surrounding healthcare billing practices, with a focus on the No Surprises Act. This session provides practical guidance for providers and billing professionals to avoid legal exposure while maintaining compliance.

Key Topics:

• The Independent Dispute Resolution (IDR) process under the No Surprises Act
• Legal implications of alleged billing fraud and payer-provider disputes
• ACA and OIG regulatory enforcement priorities

Resources:

• Learn more about healthcare compliance systems: epicompliance.com
• Explore healthcare compliance training and weekly webinars: epicompliance.com/training-in...

Originally Recorded: January 14, 2025.

Join this critical session to explore how healthcare organizations can effectively manage access to Protected Health Information (PHI) while staying compliant with HIPAA standards. Our experts will walk you through key access control mechanisms, common pitfalls, and best practices for securing patient data.

Key Topics:

• Role-based access and minimum necessary standard
• Technical safeguards for controlling PHI access
• Audit strategies for monitoring access compliance

Resources:

• Learn more about healthcare compliance systems: epicompliance.com
• Explore healthcare compliance training and weekly webinars: epicompliance.com/training-in...

Originally Recorded: January 7, 2025.

Watch this essential online session on managing vendor risk and ensuring HIPAA compliance when working with Business Associates. Learn how to evaluate third-party partners, identify potential risks, and implement appropriate safeguards to protect electronic patient health information (ePHI). This event provides critical strategies for maintaining control and accountability across your vendor network.

Key Topics:

• Criteria for assessing Business Associate compliance
• Mitigating third-party data security risks
• Building a comprehensive vendor risk management program

Resources:

• Learn more about healthcare compliance systems: epicompliance.com
• Explore healthcare compliance training and weekly webinars: epicompliance.com/training-in...

Originally Recorded: January 3, 2025.