As summer temperatures rise and heat waves impact regions across the country, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is advancing a heat standard to
Under the HIPAA Privacy Rule, covered entities are required to protect the confidentiality and integrity of individuals’ Protected Health Information (PHI). One of the most
Healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) are infections that are acquired when a patient receives healthcare in a facility such as a hospital, outpatient surgery center, or clinic.
As your HIPAA compliance partner, we want to remind all staff that unauthorized access to patient records—also known as “snooping”—is a serious HIPAA violation. Even
Mistakes can be costly – not only to your practice but also to patients. Each step in sterilization and disinfection is important and must be
While some jobs may appear low risk, they often have hidden issues like workplace tension, burnout, and dissatisfaction. Conflicts in meetings, frustrated patients, and sudden
Disposing of regulated waste, including blood, body fluids, and other potentially infectious materials (OPIM), is critical to workplace safety and health standards. Employers are responsible
In December 2024, the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) released a Notice of Proposed Rule Making (NPRM) regarding potential changes to the HIPAA
Having proper sterilization processes in place is crucial in preventing the transmission of infection. Monitoring the sterilization process ensures that it is effective. The methods
In today’s digital healthcare environment, protecting patient information is not just the responsibility of IT or compliance officers—it is a shared duty among all employees.
Total Medical Compliance
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Indian Trail, NC 28079
Phone: (888) 862-6742
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©2023 Total Medical Compliance
Total Medical Compliance
6124 Creft Circle
Indian Trail, NC 28079
(888) 862-6742
Fax (866) 875-3809
©2022 Total Medical Compliance
