Health Information Management Compliance Secure clients’ Protected Health Information (PHI) with a robust healthcare compliance solution. Introduction Best-in-Class Healthcare Compliance For any practice, upholding proper compliance is crucial to their operation. That’s why compliance is the cornerstone to all of VRC’s healthcare management solutions: it guarantees patient safety while optimizing clients’ operational efficiency. icon - ribbon Expert Service VRC sets the bar for exceptional knowledge and service, from our executive leadership to your local field support. Even more so for our medical records specialists, who receive additional training in secure and compliant operations. icon - health info management PHI Disclosure Best Practices To best protect PHI, VRC maintains strict quality control and review processes for every record before they’re released. Multi-layered reviews enable healthcare providers to enforce consistent, compliant policies. icon - laptop - plus Accessible Technology Our ROI software is designed to exceed industry requirements and improve day-to-day operations. Authorized users can access a customizable database and view live reports, allowing full visibility of your data without compromising patient privacy. icon - compliance Compliance Throughout Operations We uphold HIPAA compliant procedures for all of our HIM services. Every record we process is secure and private, protecting both patients’ information and your reputation. Guarantee Compliant Operations VRC maintains compliance through extensively tested procedures and the latest technological safeguards. Thorough Quality Assurance Collapse Request reviews Every request is vetted to confirm their authorization before any information is released. Accounting of disclosures Every step of the disclosure process is tracked and recorded for future reviews. Software Integration Expand ROI software compatibility VRC solutions, like VitalChart and ROI+, work in concert with each other, while still being customizable for your own workflow. Extensive Security Testing Our systems undergo regular security checks and updates to ensure efficient and safe operation at all times. Maximum Patient Privacy Expand Encrypted Storage Servers Patient data is backed up in secure servers to prevent data breach or loss. HITRUST Certification VRC is committed to protecting patients’ healthcare data. Medical Records Specialist Support For thousands of medical providers across the country, our medical records specialists process over a million pages of medical records each month. They’re here to handle your records with the utmost care and ensure your practice maintains compliant operations. Our specialists are: Combined Shape Vetted and subject to background checks Combined Shape Certified HIPAA Security Professionals (CHSP) Combined Shape Regular continuing education workshops to expand skills Frequently Asked Questions Still looking to learn more about healthcare compliance solutions? Check out some answers to these common questions: What does compliance mean in release of information? Collapse HIPAA compliance is critical in release of information. The VRC compliance team comprises HIPAA and privacy experts at all levels. Additionally, our team ensures our processes adhere to the most current federal and state regulations, including HIPAA, FACTA, and SOX. Why is patient identification so essential in medical records exchange? Expand Incorrect patent identification can lead to errors in medication administration, failure to treat a severe illness, medical treatment for erroneous lab results, incompatible blood transfusion reactions, and procedures performed on the wrong patient. What do federal regulations supporting interoperability mean for providers? Expand At VRC, we strive to make interoperability possible within the healthcare ecosystem. We provide solutions for payers and providers that get the right clinical data into the right person’s hands at the right time to support informed decisions. What is the 21st Century Cures Act? Expand The “21st Century Cures Act: Interoperability, Information Blocking, and the ONC Health IT Certification Program” final rule strengthens the definition of information blocking and associated penalties, in addition to stating the reasonable and necessary activities that would not constitute information blocking. It’s designed to provide patients and their healthcare providers with secure access, exchange, and use of electronic health information. It also focuses on innovation and competition by fostering a healthcare ecosystem of new applications to give the patients more healthcare choices. Furthermore, it calls on the healthcare industry to adopt standardized APIs, allowing individuals to quickly and securely access structured electronic health information using smartphone applications. What impact does the ONC’s Cures Act Final Rule have on my practice? Expand 47% of healthcare leaders are unfamiliar with how information blocking applies to them. Considering the Cures Act Final Rule applies to various parties, including providers, payers, and IT developers, ensuring your organization complies with it is crucial. Otherwise, your organization could suffer other penalties. Why is directing patients to make requests using a patient portal is a good option? Expand When it comes to release of information, the Cures Act prohibits providers, developers, and health information networks from engaging in practices that prohibit patients from receiving their medical data. Therefore, a patient portal, like VitalChart, is a secure, viable option to efficiently provide patients with the information they need. Interested in VRC or the services we provide? Don’t hesitate to reach out so we can learn more about your business. Contact Us
