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New York State Amendment to Law Regarding Dental Telehealth Services
A New York State law amendment regarding dental telehealth services takes effect immediately. Here’s what dentists need to know.
The Scope: Guidelines for Protecting Your Dental Practice from Liability Claims Related to COVID-19
Since dental practices reopened in June, a concern has arisen about liability claims related to COVID-19 exposure. While this concern is certainly legitimate, an overlooked, likely greater concern is the potential for claims related to delays in diagnosis and treatment that could stem from the closure of dental practices during the peak of the pandemic in New York State.
HHS Expands Telehealth Coverage of COVID-19 Countermeasures
HHS confirms physicians can deliver telehealth services across state lines for covered services to fight the spread of COVID-19.
NYSDOH Guidance to Enroll as a COVID-19 Vaccine Administrator
Physicians interested in offering the COVID-19 vaccine should follow the NYS Department of Health’s instructions for enrollment.
NYSDOH Guidance for Physicians Interested in Administering the COVID-19 Vaccine
The NYS Department of Health directs physicians interested in administering the COVID-19 vaccine in their practice or clinic to enroll in the New York State Immunization Information System.
OCR Settlement Underscores Importance of Providing Patients with Timely Access to Medical Records
A recent settlement issued by the Office for Civil Rights highlights the importance of adhering to HIPAA’s Right of Access Initiative, a directive requiring covered entities to provide patients, upon request, with timely access to their protected health information.
Increase in Stress-Related Oral Health Conditions and Other ADA Findings
Nearly all dental practices have resumed service, taking extra precautions due to the continued threat of COVID-19 and the emerging flu season. As patients returned, dentists saw the toll the pandemic was taking on teeth through an increase in stress-related oral health conditions.
NYSDOH Now Requires OPMC Signs in Physician Offices
New York State legislation now requires physicians’ offices to post signage directing patients to the Office of Professional Medical Conduct’s website for information on reporting misconduct.
Updated COVID-19 Reporting Requirements for New York State Healthcare Professionals
An update to New York State Executive Order 202.61 says healthcare personnel who order and administer COVID-19 tests must now document and report if the patient attends, works or volunteers in a school.