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Regulatory Brief: Proposed Rule to Support Reproductive Health Privacy (April 2023)
Following the Supreme Court decision in Dobbs, President Biden directed that the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and the Federal Trade Commission review existing laws and regulations for opportunities to further bolster reproductive healthcare. This regulatory brief explains the April 2023 NPRM that was released as part of this initiative.
HIPAA vs. HITECH vs. Cures Act: A Fragmented Regulatory Landscape
The healthcare privacy landscape in the U.S. is fragmented, lacking a universal law and relying on a patchwork of federal and state regulations overseen by multiple agencies. This whitepaper sheds light on federal privacy laws, patient access regulations, and how the existing patchwork fails to offer comprehensive patient privacy protections.
5 Common “Tells” of a Fraudulent Request
Fraudulent requests are a growing concern with far-reaching risks, from compromising sensitive patient data to violating privacy regulations and facing potential legal consequences. We compiled a list of “red flags” for the HI community as a reference to identify and stop these attacks.
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In the News
October 30, 2025
All the CMS Cooks Are Back in the Kitchen: What’s on the Regulatory Menu?
McDermott+ | CMS secured funding through research user fees to bring back all staff amid the ongoing government shutdown. This development comes just ahead of major deadlines, including Affordable Care Act open enrollment on November 1 and Rural Health Transformation Program applications due November 5. With its full workforce restored, CMS can now move forward on key initiatives such as finalizing 2026 Medicare payment rules, preparing Medicare premium notices, and progressing on numerous pending regulations.
October 28, 2025
Government Shutdown Updates: Indefinite Block on Firings Ordered
Fierce Healthcare | Judge Susan Illston of the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California indefinitely blocked the Trump administration’s plan to fire federal employees during the government shutdown. She granted a preliminary injunction, replacing her earlier temporary restraining order, and said she’s likely to rule in favor of unions arguing the layoffs were unlawful. The decision protects thousands of federal workers, including 954 at the Department of Health and Human Services, while the administration plans to appeal.
October 14, 2025
Hundreds of HHS Employees Fired, Some in Error
The Associated Press | Hundreds of HHS employees received termination notices late last week, but more than half of the CDC employees fired were notified that the notices were in error and they were still employed. An HHS official said that termination notices were rescinded for Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report staff, people working on the measles and Ebola outbreaks, and employees with the Global Health Center and the Epidemic Intelligence Service.
October 7, 2025
Government Shutdown Updates: IDR Process Continues, For Now
Fierce Healthcare | CMS confirmed that the Independent Dispute Resolution process for out-of-network billing disputes will continue during the government shutdown, though some delays are possible. The shutdown has caused staffing reductions across federal health agencies, with Medicare, Medicaid, and essential FDA functions remaining active.
October 6, 2025
Report: Government Needs a Sweeping Anti-Scam Strategy to Counter Modern Fraud
Nextgov | A potential federal government shutdown looms as Congress debates healthcare policy in upcoming budget negotiations. Republicans are pushing for a “clean” continuing resolution to fund the government through October 31, while Democrats want to reverse recent Medicaid cuts and restore ACA subsidies. If no deal is made by October 1, the government will shut down.
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Regulatory Links
HIPAA – HHS Offices for Civil Rights (OCR) and the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology (ONC)
Individuals’ Right under HIPAA to Access their Health Information 45 CFR 164.524
Patient Access to Health Records
Information Related to Mental and Behavioral Health, including Opioid Overdose
Frequently asked HIPAA questions
Elizabeth McElhiney, MHA, CPHIMS, CHPS, CDH-L, CRIS, CC, serves as Verisma’s Director of Government Affairs and Policy. In this role, she partners closely with clients to navigate evolving regulatory and legislative landscapes at the state and federal levels. Elizabeth leads the implementation of evidence-based best practices and oversees the company’s thought leadership strategy. She also serves as Legislative Affairs Chair at the Alliance for Health Information Operations and Standards (AHIOS). Elizabeth holds a Master of Health Administration with a specialization in Health Informatics from Capella University and a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from Illinois Wesleyan University.