The Department of Justice (DOJ) has recently updated its Evaluation of Corporate Compliance Programs (ECCP) to address the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in compliance programs. This update, released on September 23, 2024, emphasizes the importance of integrating AI responsibly and effectively into compliance frameworks. Key points from the update include: Risk Management: Companies must…
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The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) has finalized a one-year extension of telehealth prescribing flexibilities for controlled substances, extending the policy through December 31, 2025. This extension allows healthcare providers to continue prescribing Schedule II-V controlled substances via telehealth without requiring an in-person visit. The decision was made in response to the ongoing need for accessible…
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New Overtime Rules for 2025 Overview Starting January 1, 2025, the U.S. Department of Labor will implement new overtime rules to ensure fair compensation for employees working more than 40 hours per week. These rules significantly change salary thresholds and expand overtime protections. Key Points Increased Salary Threshold New Threshold: Salaried workers earning less than…
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The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) has finalized a 2.9% cut to physician payments for 2025. Here are the key points: Payment Reduction: The cut is part of the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule rule for 2025, resulting in a conversion factor of $32.35, down from $33.29 in 2024. Reasons for the Cut: The…
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The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Finalizes Changes to Premerger Notification Form The Federal Trade Commission voted unanimously to finalize changes to the premerger notification form and associated instructions and the premerger notification rules implementing the Hart-Scott-Rodino (HSR) Act. The final rule implements changes that will improve the ability of the FTC and the Antitrust Division of the U.S. Department of Justice…
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