The Federal Regulatory Process– How Does it Work, with an emphasis on the health industry?
OVERVIEW Federal regulations have the force of Federal law and influence how we live on a day to day basis. In health care, Federal regulations control the privacy and security of personal health information, what electronic information has to be used for administrative transactions, how Medicare and Medicaid work, and may other facets. This is a mysterious and often hidden process to many, but it is in reality a very open process in which citizens may participate. WHY SHOULD YOU ATTEND Have you been surprised by new requirements in health care? Are you overwhelmed by the constant changes in requirements for Medicare, Medicaid, privacy, security, electronic transactions, and other areas? Did you ever wish you could influence Federal policies? The federal regulatory process is mysterious, but it is actually much more transparent and open than many of us know. There are many ways to track regulations, let Federal agencies know what you think, and understand when and how these ...