Corporate Compliance

Corporate compliance involves the prevention, detection and correction of illegal acts, unethical or non-compliant behavior within the organization through education, identification and enforcement of the Code of Conduct

The Code of Conduct

• Provides general guidelines for conducting business activities in full compliance with all policies and procedures, Federal, State and local laws
• Educates staff on the relevance of compliance throughout the organization
• Emphasizes Non-Retaliation
• Specifies that compliance with the Code of Conduct is a condition of employment

 NHRMC Code of Conduct

Guidelines for Business Courtesies and Gifts 

• Never accept money from patients or families. 
• Never accept any advertising items or souvenir of more than nominal value (>$25). 
• Beware of any vendor that offers all-expense paid trips or free services, cash or big ticket items in return for purchasing. 

HIPAA Compliance 

Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) is a Federal Law that makes it illegal to violate patient privacy.

• It promotes privacy, confidentiality and security of patient health information (PHI) in all forms- electric, written, oral and any other. 
• It reinforces Patients' rights.
• There is a zero tolerance policy of inappropriate access. Detection may occur via random audits, monitoring and direct reports.
• Employees should only access patient information that is needed for job-related reasons.  

Disciplinary Actions for HIPAA Violations

Disciplinary Actions which may result:  

• Written Warning
• Final Written Warning or Discharge
• No merit increase
• No eligibility for service excellence teams or recognition. 

Civil and criminal penalties may also apply and are enforced by the Office of Civil Rights.

How do I report compliance issues?

• Discuss with your coordinator, supervisor/manager, director or VP 
• Contact Compliance/Privacy Officer 910.667.5331
• Hotline: 800.348.9847 
• Visit www.mycompliancereport.com