10 Important Things to Consider about this new Law:

1. It has nothing to do with HIPAA
2. Every practice, large or small, that bills a patient must comply.
3. You are required to have a written program (not only a policy).
4. Practices without a plan in place may be subject to fines for non-compliance after 5/1/2010.
5. Complete staff training from an expert source is crucial.
6. This law will help minimize identity theft and financial risk to your organization andyour patients.
7. The law focuses on verifying patient information.
8. Bring your entire staff up to speed in very little time.
9. Every staff member should have a general knowledge of identity theft.
10. Complying is simple with the right guidance and support.