Holiday decorating is a wonderful way to embrace the festive spirit, but staying mindful of safety is essential. Emergency rooms treat thousands of injuries related to decorating accidents each holiday season. Last year alone, fire departments responded to 835 home structure fires caused by holiday decorations, resulting in 3 civilian deaths, 30 injuries, and $14 […]
In today’s rapidly evolving professional landscape, staying informed and prepared is more crucial than ever. To meet the diverse needs of organizations and their staff, we are excited to introduce a selection of new courses designed to enhance safety, compliance, and overall workplace effectiveness. From cybersecurity awareness to infection control in dental settings, these courses […]
What do you do when an employee has a needlestick exposure? STEP 1 – ARRANGE FOR AN IMMEDIATE MEDICAL EVALUATION The EMPLOYER is required to offer confidential medical evaluation, laboratory testing, and follow-up care at no expense to the employee. Early intervention is essential for effectively managing potential illness and preventing the transmission of bloodborne […]
HIPAA: How does ransomware spread? Ransomware commonly spreads through phishing emails, malicious attachments, or compromised websites. Once a user clicks on a link or downloads infected content, the ransomware installs itself on the device, often spreading across the network to other systems. OSHA: What should an employer do immediately after an employee reports a needlestick […]
Total Medical Compliance is excited to announce the launch of its new suite of online courses designed to enhance the skills and knowledge of healthcare professionals. These courses address crucial aspects of healthcare operations, from ethical business practices and the appropriate use of company assets to maintaining physical security and managing disruptive patients. Each course […]
Medical and dental instrument processing is a critical aspect of employee and patient safety and requires a series of steps. There are four steps in instrument processing: cleaning, packaging, sterilization, and storage. This article will concentrate on cleaning and packaging. We will cover sterilization and storage next month. Step 1: Cleaning Instruments Before any instrument […]
Key Lessons from the Cascade Eye and Skin Centers Settlement The recent settlement between the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Office for Civil Rights (OCR) and Cascade Eye and Skin Centers underscores OCR’s expectations for healthcare providers regarding cybersecurity under the HIPAA Security Rule. Following a ransomware attack that compromised nearly 291,000 […]
Following the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, and any other disaster, one of the many challenges that medical and dental facilities will face is reopening. This article’s purpose is to provide some guidance for all facilities to open safely and to ensure a sanitary environment for both employees and patients. There are several concerns that will […]
When an employer does not mandate the use of a respirator or require one due to an Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standard, they may still allow employees to use their own, provided they do not introduce additional hazards. Referred to as “voluntary use” under the Respiratory Protection Standard, the employer must provide employees […]
Selecting the right IT company for a healthcare organization is critical to safeguarding data security, regulatory compliance, and optimal operational performance. Healthcare providers need to find a partner that can meet their specific needs while maintaining high standards of compliance, particularly with regulations like HIPAA. Below is a breakdown of key factors to consider when […]
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(888) 862-6742
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