Health Law Section Publication: Practical Guides
The Section is pleased to announce the latest book from the Practical Guide Series which are aimed at providing focused, economical resource for the healthcare attorney.
The Patient Safety Handbook is a comprehensive guide to serving clients in a variety of healthcare settings. The book starts out by providing an overview of the key elements involved in implementing a patient safety program, and goes on to summarize each of the key patient safety requirements implemented by federal, state and accreditation agencies including the federal Patient Safety and Quality Improvement Act of 2005. It includes information on reporting requirements, data analysis and "education" of providers, and provides step-by-step instructions on how to establish a patient safety plan. You'll not only receive practical advice on how to organizationally structure patient safety and compliance within a given institution, but you'll get the tools and templates you need to draft the accompanying policies and procedures. Order your copy today.
A Practical Guide to Medicare Appeals
The second book in our Practical Guide series is now available. A Practical Guide to Medicare Appeals describes the steps necessary to successfully resolve appeals of all types of Medicare determinations. Co-authored by Kathleen Scully-Hayes, Attorney Advisor in the Office of Hearings, CMS, and Daniel A. Cody, Reed Smith, LLP, this book consolidates into one resource, a concise overview of the numerous appeal avenues available under Parts A, B, C, and D of the Medicare program. In addition to an overview of the Medicare program, the book includes practical tips from seasoned attorneys adept in representing individuals or entities in their Medicare appeals process. The book is priced at $79.95 but Health Law Section members can order the book for $59.95, a 25% discount.
HIPAA: A Practical Guide to the Privacy and Security of Health Data
The inaugural book in our Practical Guide Series: HIPAA: A Practical Guide to the Privacy and Security of Health Data. This book was written by IG member June Sullivan and was peer reviewed by members of the eHealth, Privacy & Security IG. There is a prepublication discount of 15% off the member price of $59.95.
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HIPAA: A Practical Guide to the Privacy and Security of Health Data
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