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New independent dispute resolution requirements pose …

WEBNew independent dispute resolution requirements pose substantial challenges for health plans and health care providers

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New Rules for Securing Protected Health Information and …

WEBThe covered entity must also annually submit a log to the Department of Health and Human Services (“HHS”) documenting any breaches of PHI. Moreover, if …

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Tenant Claimed Medical Hardship as Defense to Eviction:

WEBDuring the Covid pandemic, a residential tenant claiming a medical hardship is protected from eviction. The tenant’s claim is presumed to be true. But, as a recent case …

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The Health Care Reform Act is Constitutional

WEBToday, the U.S. Supreme Court issued its opinion on whether the Health Care Reform Act is a constitutional exercise of Congressional power. The Supreme …

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Health Care and Life Sciences

WEBBy combining the wealth of talent and experience of our Health Care and Life Sciences Practice Group with the Firm’s outstanding International Law practice, SGR provides …

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HIPAA. It's Not Just for Doctors Anymore

WEBHIPAA. That term is on the lips of virtually every healthcare provider and has been a constant area of concern over the last few years. Reviled by many providers and …

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Smith, Gambrell & Russell Represents Aptitude Health in Majority

WEBATLANTA (May 10, 2021) – Smith, Gambrell & Russell, LLP (SGR) is pleased to announce that the firm served as legal counsel to Aptitude Health Holdings, LLC (Aptitude Health), …

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HHS Issues Final Regulations Implementing HITECH Breach …

WEBThe Department of Health and Human Services (“HHS”) has issued final regulations implementing the new breach notification requirements under the Health …

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Digital Health and Privacy

WEBDigital health is the application of digital and computing technologies and the harnessing of an immense array of related personal and other data to deliver enhanced and, in many …

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PPACA: Regs Increase Wellness Rewards

WEBThe proposed regulations generally maintain these requirements for health-contingent wellness programs, with one significant change. Under the proposed regulations, the …

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HHS Proposes Significant Changes to HIPAA Privacy Rule

WEBAuthored By. Atkinson, Susan C. More Client Alerts. EEOC Issues Final Rule Implementing the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act; Navigating Supply Chain …

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Health Care Reform Act – More Disclosures

WEBSeptember 19, 2011. The Departments of Health and Human Services, Labor, and Treasury (the Departments) jointly issued proposed regulations with guidelines and …

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How the CARES Act Impacts Employer-Sponsored Group Health …

WEBThe Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (the “CARES Act”), the sweeping coronavirus relief package signed into law by President Trump on March …

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Group Health Plan Nondiscrimination Rules Applicable to Gender

WEBACA Section 1557. Earlier this year, the Department of Health and Human Services (“HHS”) finalized regulations under Section 1557 of the Affordable Care Act …

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The U.S. Supreme Court Upholds Employers’ Religious

WEBIn a 7-2 decision, the U.S Supreme Court upheld a Trump administration rule allowing employers to opt out of providing contraceptive coverage in their group health plans on …

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New California Laws Relating to Insurance Coverage During

WEBThe new laws become effective on January 1, 2012. Insurance Coverage During Pregnancy Leave. The insurance legislation amends the California Fair …

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Group Health Plan Fiduciaries May Now be a Target of Lawsuits for

WEBNow, hundreds of fee cases are filed each year against 401 (k) fiduciaries claiming they violated their fiduciary duties by allowing 401 (k) plans to pay excessive …

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Data Breaches and HIPAA

WEBIn 2018, OCR imposed two major HIPAA penalties and won a case before an HHS administrative law judge (ALJ). The three outcomes amount to an estimated $7.9 million …

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If It's Broken, Fix It! (Part II)

WEBAuthored by: Paul J. Sowell, Esq. A recent amendment to New York law gives more Trustees the ability to fix or otherwise change the terms of a trust. Specifically, Governor …

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Smith Gambrell Russell Law Firm

WEBMcQuade v Safian 2019 NY Slip op 29160 Decided on May 21, 2019 District Court Of Suffolk County, Fourth District Hackeling, J. Published by New York State Law …

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