Within healthcare, legal compliance involves adhering to a complex set of regulations to ensure patient safety and privacy. Healthcare compliance attorneys specialize in this field, providing guidance and representation to healthcare providers on matters related to HIPAA compliance and healthcare fraud prevention.
HIPAA, the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act, sets national standards for the protection of sensitive patient health information. Healthcare providers must comply with HIPAA regulations to safeguard patient data and avoid penalties. Healthcare fraud, on the other hand, involves the intentional deception or misrepresentation to obtain payment for healthcare services or products. It is a serious offense with severe consequences.