Complexities of Covered Entities and Business Associates 

complexities of covered entities shawn degroot

Due to their violations of patient rights, covered entities and business associates are now facing increasing enforcement actions. In a breach, both parties bear financial and reputational risk. Shawn DeGroot recommends proactive compliance officers prioritize their agreements based on risk, establish communication channels, and collaborate on risk analysis to protect their organization.

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New DOJ Guidance on Compliance Programs Released March 2023

Incentives, Compensation Structures, and Consequence Management for Healthcare Compliance

Healthcare organizations should benchmark the DOJ Evaluation of Corporate Compliance Programs (ECCP) guidance (March 2023) to assess their compliance program.

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