Course Description:

This presentation provides home health care professionals with a foundational understanding of healthcare compliance, focusing on the role of the Chief Compliance Officer, key regulations (HIPAA, corporate compliance, MassHealth), and the intersection of compliance with quality improvement.
Participants will learn to identify common risk areas, understand audit processes, and apply practical strategies to support regulatory readiness. The presentation equips learners with the tools and knowledge needed to maintain ethical, compliant, and high-performing home health operations.
Define the role of compliance in home health care and understand the responsibilities of the Chief Compliance Officer
Learn the fundamentals of healthcare compliance, including corporate compliance, HIPAA, and state-specific expectations (e.g., MassHealth).
Identify the different types of audits and how they relate to risk management and organizational accountability
Understand the purpose of internal and external audits and how compliance intersects with quality improvement efforts.
Recognize common areas of risk and non-compliance in daily operations
Gain awareness of practical risk areas (e.g., documentation, billing practices) and how to respond.
Utilize key compliance resources to stay current and support regulatory readiness