Healthcare compliance attorneys specialize in helping healthcare providers comply with complex regulations, including HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act). HIPAA compliance is essential for protecting patient privacy and ensuring the security of their health information. Healthcare fraud, on the other hand, is a serious crime that can result in significant penalties.
Healthcare compliance attorneys can help providers understand and implement HIPAA compliance programs, conduct risk assessments, and develop policies and procedures to prevent and detect healthcare fraud. They can also represent providers in investigations and audits, and defend them in court if necessary.