The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), enacted in 1996, is a U.S. federal law designed to protect sensitive patient health information. It sets…
Patient privacy is an essential component of legal and safe behavioral health practices. The importance of protecting patient privacy goes beyond the legal guidelines outlined…
As a behavioral healthcare provider, you have responsibilities to help protect your patients’ safety and security. Beyond their physical safety during office visits, you also…
In today’s digital age, data transparency is becoming increasingly important in a myriad of industries, and healthcare is no exception. For substance abuse treatment centers,…
In the ever-evolving landscape of behavioral health, a comprehensive approach is paramount for staying ahead. MARA, Sunwave Health’s revolutionary Generative AI solution, emerges as a…
In the evolving landscape of healthcare, data sharing has emerged as a crucial factor. As providers move towards a patient-centric model, sharing data with patients…
Who does HIPPA apply to, and who doesn’t have to follow its guidelines? Within the large and substantial law, the requirement of who must protect…
Modern technology has brought many important, positive changes to the healthcare industry. Notably, the ability to have an interconnected healthcare system where a team of…
A medical referral is when you send one of your patients to another professional healthcare provider. This alternate provider may specialize in a different type…
Staying compliant with evolving behavioral health regulations can be a challenge. Issues with documentation, billing, and treatment plans—along with medical necessity and ethics—may crop up…
