The 2013 Florida Legislative Session concluded on May 3, 2013. The following is a partial summary of healthcare-related bills that may impact your business or practice. Note that some of these bills have become law, but...more
5/21/2013
As we first reported in December 2011, it's a common scenario: A Florida nursing home resident dies, and his or her spouse, surrogate, proxy, or attorney requests the resident's medical records. However, if the nursing home...more
4/12/2013
- Healthcare HIPAA Medical Records Nursing Homes PHI Preemption
The public's concern about mass shootings spiked following the Sandy Hook Elementary School tragedy in December. As the nation searches for ways to prevent future violent acts, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services...more
1/24/2013
- HHS HIPAA Imminent Harm Public Safety Reporting Requirements
On November 16, 2012, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services ("CMS") published a final rule making various changes to payment policies under the Physician Fee Schedule. Included in this rule is a new requirement that...more
12/14/2012
- CMS Durable Medical Equipment Physician Fee Schedule
