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The article highlights regulatory and operational developments that can affect compliance planning, staff training, claim handling, and Medicare policy interpretation across different care settings.

Article Sections

1. Windows XP Won’t Be HIPAA Compliant Starting April 8

   Discusses HIPAA-related concerns tied to unsupported operating systems and the importance of maintaining appropriate safeguards for electronic information.

2. This HIPAA Breach Lasted 4 Years

   Covers a reported privacy breach involving inappropriate access to patient information and the operational importance of privacy policies, staff training, and auditing.

3. CMS Grants ‘CLIA-Waived’ Status to 9 Lab Tests

   Summarizes CMS guidance on laboratory test classification updates and associated billing considerations referenced in an MLN Matters article.

4. Home Health Medicare Claims Processing System Glitches Cleared Up

   Reviews Medicare claims processing system issues affecting home health claims and notes an ongoing remittance-related overpayment issue.

5. Manual Changes, Education Call Shed Light On Change In Improvement Standard

   Explains that CMS manual updates and provider education materials address guidance connected to the Jimmo settlement and the Medicare improvement standard.