The Justice Department announced the formation of the Antitrust Division’s Task Force on Health Care Monopolies and Collusion (HCMC) on May 9, 2024. This task force will guide the division’s enforcement strategy and policy approach in health care, including policy advocacy, investigations, and civil and criminal enforcement in health care markets12. The HCMC aims to address monopolies and collusive practices that…
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The recent decision by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to ban noncompete agreements across various industries, including healthcare, heralds significant implications for physicians. This article delves into how this ban might reshape the landscape for doctors: Ban on Noncompete Agreements: The FTC has greenlit a ban on noncompete agreements, slated to take effect in four months,…
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The Federal Trade Commission (FTC), the Department of Justice (DOJ), and the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) have teamed up to launch HealthyCompetition.gov, a user-friendly online platform designed to facilitate reporting of potentially unfair and anticompetitive practices within the healthcare sector. Purpose: HealthCompetition.gov addresses anticompetitive behaviors within healthcare markets. Its overarching goal…
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The recent cyberattack on Change Healthcare has profoundly affected physicians across the United States, as revealed by insights from an informal American Medical Association (AMA) survey. Here are the notable findings: Service Disruptions: A substantial majority, accounting for over 77% of respondents, reported experiencing service disruptions since February…
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Healthcare Cybersecurity is critical for safeguarding patient data, maintaining operational continuity, and ensuring patient safety. Best Practices to enhance cybersecurity in healthcare: Risk Assessment: Conduct regular risk assessments to identify vulnerabilities, threats, and gaps in security measures. Prioritize and allocate resources effectively based on the assessment results. System Updates and Patches: Keep all systems and software up to date. Regularly…
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