E/M Coding Alert - 2007 Issue 11
INDUSTRY NOTES: Brochure Could Help You Avoid A Violation
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Article Overview
This article explains two Office for Civil Rights resources intended to help health care organizations understand patient privacy, civil rights, and communication access obligations. It summarizes the kinds of compliance topics covered, including anti-discrimination enforcement, privacy complaint issues, and guidance for serving patients with communication-related needs such as limited English proficiency or hearing impairment. The piece is relevant to providers, compliance staff, and other organizations that handle patient information or serve diverse patient populations.
Why This Topic Matters
Understanding OCR guidance can help health care organizations recognize risk areas related to discrimination, privacy complaints, and access barriers. The article points readers to federal resources that may be useful for compliance review and patient communication planning.
What You Will Learn
- What OCR resources address patient civil rights and health information privacy
- What kinds of compliance topics are covered in the brochure and communication-focused website
- Which types of patients and service settings are discussed in the context of access and communication needs
- What general areas of federal guidance are highlighted for providers and organizations
Who Should Read This
- Health care providers
- Compliance officers
- Privacy officers
- Practice administrators
- Patient access staff
- Healthcare organizations
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