The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) began enforcing the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA) after releasing its final rule and guidance in April 2024. The EEOC filed its first three lawsuits under the PWFA and settled a fourth case involving pregnancy discrimination. Employers are reminded of their obligations under the PWFA, especially regarding accommodations for…
Read MoreThe “Medicare Billing for Telehealth Encounters – An Introductory Guide for Fee-For-Service,” released in September 2024 by the Center for Connected Health Policy (CCHP), is designed to help healthcare entities navigate the complexities of billing for telehealth services. Key Highlights: Updated Guidelines: This edition includes the latest updates and changes in Medicare billing policies for telehealth,…
Read MoreThe Department of Justice (DOJ) recently filed its first cybersecurity-related False Claims Act (FCA) lawsuit against the Georgia Tech Research Corporation and the Georgia Institute of Technology. This case is part of the DOJ’s Civil Cyber-Fraud Initiative, which aims to hold entities accountable for failing to meet cybersecurity standards in government contracts. For the healthcare sector,…
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