The year 2009 closes with an almost audible gasp of air, as we take in and hold our collective breathes for the coming enforcement of HITECH on February 18, 2010 — one year post enactment of the Act itself. Among the measures to be taken, these two are of particular note:

• The requirement for Health and Human Services (HHS) to begin conducting mandatory audits, and
• Civil monetary penalties and settlements flowing to HHS/OCR (Office of Civil Rights) for enforcement.

Kroll’s Fraud Solutions conducted a webinar entitled “Low Tech is the Path to HITECH” a few weeks ago (on-demand webinar available here). So while you’re considering the impact February’s mandated milestones portend, viewing this 30-minute session might unveil some easy-to-implement tactics to help become better prepared.

Webinar not your style? Then click here for the accompanying white paper.

Tags: healthcare legislation

Categories: HITECH.