long-term care billing security

How to Reduce HIPAA Risks When Outsourcing LTC Pharmacy Billing?

Handling billing in the world of long-term care (LTC) pharmacies is no small task. Apart from the complexities of insurance claims and regulations, there’s another critical piece of the puzzle: HIPAA compliance. The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) sets strict rules for protecting patient information, and violations can come with hefty fines, reputational damage, and loss of trust. For many LTC pharmacies, outsourcing billing helps streamline operations, cut costs, and improve efficiency. But with this outsourcing comes the