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How to Give a Great Presentation
December 10, 2023
Giving a presentation? Here are some things to keep in mind.
The Art of Traveling Sober
November 10, 2023
How can you best travel while sober? This article gives some tips.
Behavioral Health: Four Ways to Retain Top Talent
September 10, 2023
In today’s competitive job market, keeping top talent is a priority.
IC&RC Hires Mark Attanasi as New Executive Director
December 13, 2021
Mark Attanasi has been appointed as the new Executive Director of IC&RC.
White Paper: Marketing that Generates Real Value
December 4, 2020
Dreamscape Marketing, LLC, has published a white paper giving you key 2020-2021 metrics for marketing.
How to Have Positive Telehealth Experiences With Patients
May 4, 2020
As the coronavirus continues to spread and threaten lives across the country, more Americans are communicating with their doctors electronically than ever before. The healthcare industry is quickly tipping to more digital formats, with telehealthcare access becoming all the more common for patients with low-acuity health needs. But, as more patients and providers hop onto the technology, it will be important to understand the communication strategies best equipped to deliver a positive patient experience.
Will Privacy Laws Impact Health IT Innovation in 2020?
April 14, 2020
It’s a new year with new challenges. 2020 might be shaking the healthcare industry with new privacy laws and regulations. The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) intends to spend 2020 working on rules tackling privacy issues such as cybersecurity and patients’ right to their data.
How to Build Positive Patient-Provider Relationships
April 14, 2020
Intentional preparation, intent listening, agreeing on priorities, creating a connection, and understanding emotional cues are the recipe for success in patient-provider relationships and communication, according to research from Stanford University.
COVID-19 Resources for Behavioral Health
March 30, 2020
Resources for you and your organization during COVID-19.
Digital Health Tools and Their Implicated Uses in Behavioral Health and Addiction Treatment
December 20, 2019
While diagnostic equipment, computers, and other technology are essential, digital health tools are improving the client experience and helping clinicians and researchers alike to personalize care and improve patient outcomes. The same could be implied for both behavioral health and addiction treatment.
Price Transparency Laws and the Future of Healthcare
December 16, 2019
Price transparency is a highly debated topic in the healthcare field. Find out what you need to know about price transparency and how it could affect your facilities.
The Stark Law May Not be so Stark
October 29, 2019
It’s looking more and more like the fee-for-service model may be a thing of the past.
Cyber-Security and Data Breaches: What Does it Mean for Your Center
September 5, 2019
Data breaches can become a big issue in behavioral health. Here are the basics of cyber security.
Addiction Treatment Marketing: What’s Legal and What’s Not?
May 5, 2019
With all of the changes taking place, it can be challenging to navigate the legalities in the addiction treatment marketing field. You have to know what you legally can and can’t do and what you are legally bound to do. We want to help you know what is legal and what is not with addiction treatment marketing.
How Do I Choose The Right HIPAA Compliance Consultant?
March 15, 2019
In 2018 alone, settlements for HIPAA violations totaled over $30 million, and no one is immune to the risk of legal action. How do you make sure you’re hiring the right person to help you stay compliant?
HIPAA Enforcement News — 2018
February 12, 2019
In 2018, HIPAA violation settlements reach an ALL TIME HIGH, with combined fines nearly reaching $30 million. Here’s some of what happened in 2018.
Business Associate Agreements and HIPAA: Be In The Know
February 1, 2019
We break down what a BAA (business associate agreement) is and why you might need one.
The Basics of HIPAA Compliance
January 8, 2019
If you work in behavioral health, HIPAA non-compliance can mean having to close your doors. But there are ways to safeguard against HIPAA compliance issues.
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