Discussion to focus on critical IT, financial and legal issues affecting physicians and their practices

 

Rutherford, NJ - Dec. 23, 2013 - PriorityOne Group, a leading information technology provider for medical practices and ambulatory surgery centers, announces its CEO, Nelson Gomes, will present at the Health Care Hot Topics Event on January 16, 2014, in Randolph, N.J.

The event's theme is "The Changing Health Care Environment: Understanding the new regulations and how to reduce your risk." A panel discussion will focus on critical issues affecting medical practices today. Physicians and practice managers in attendance will have the opportunity to ask questions of Mr. Gomes as well as a healthcare attorney, accountant and insurance advisor.

Discussion topics will include:

• HIPAA requirements and potential penalties
• IT systems that secure patient information and prevent security breaches
• Business associate agreements and guidelines
• Options for cyber, HIPPA and data breach insurance coverage
• How to avoid anti-kickback and compensation issues
• What physicians need to know about the Sunshine Act
• IT, accounting, insurance and legal compliance updates

Joining Mr. Gomes on the discussion panel are representatives from insurance agency Gallagher Bollinger, accounting firm Nisivoccia LLP and law firm Schenck, Price, Smith & King LLP.

"This event will provide a tremendous educational opportunity for physicians and their practice managers," said Nelson Gomes, President and CEO of PriorityOne Group. "I am greatly looking forward discussing the hot-button IT issues affecting medical practices today and sharing the stage with representatives from such impressive firms."

The evening event is being held at La Strada Ristorante, beginning at 6:00 p.m. ET. Space is limited. To learn more and register, click here, email healthcare@nisivoccia.com or call Laura Lampron at (973) 328-1825. To ensure you reserve a seat, RSVP by January 6.