Understanding HIPAA: The Employer's Guide to Compliance

HIP AA Is Coming. You Will Be Affected!! The Privacy Rule issued by the Department of Health & Human Services, (HHS) is a complex, sweeping rule with pages of regulations. If you are an employer who offers health benefits to employees, you need to ca... Read more

HIP AA Is Coming. You Will Be Affected!! The Privacy Rule issued by the Department of Health & Human Services, (HHS) is a complex, sweeping rule with pages of regulations. If you are an employer who offers health benefits to employees, you need to carefully review the HIP AA Privacy Rule. Self-Funded Insurance Plans!! If you sponsor a fully or partially self-funded group health plan, (including flexible spending accounts), you must take significant, pro- active steps to assure these health plans comply with HIP AA. There Are Harsh Penalties!! Violators subject to fines of up to $250,000. Imprisonment of up to 10 years. Protect Yourself!! Get the guidance you need to understand the requirements of The HIP AA Privacy Rule. Clearly defines key terms: Privacy Officer; Business Associate; Authorization; Consent,. Private Health Information (PHI); and Personal Representative. Explains the role of "Privacy Officer;" & "Contact Person." Sample "Authorization Forms." Privacy Officer Job Descriptions. Privacy Policies, Privacy Statements. Directions on required "Minimum & Necessary" Safeguards. Fifty pages of Q- A all aspects of Privacy Rule. Explains required employee "training." Positive steps to comply with The Privacy Rule. Training Program Provided!! Free Privacy Rule Training Program available to purchasers of this book. Less