We have been asked this several times, so we decided to write a notification about this subject.
When it is time to terminate an employee, it is never easy. Whether they are a short- or long-term employee, it can be difficult. Sadly, if you make a mistake you can end up with a complaint filed against you. These types of complaints can range from the wage and labor board, discrimination, or simply wrongful termination. This does not typically involve the Office for Civil Rights. However, if a disgruntled employee contacts the OCR to complain about ANOTHER issue, this could open the door for an OCR investigation. Best practice is to make sure you have proper HR policies in place alongside your HIPAA policies and procedures. Having an Employee Confidentiality Agreement is a good start to ensure your employees understand the requirements under HIPAA (which is included in our HIPAA Keeper™).
Now let’s talk about your employee manual. This is a must have for all organizations, small and large. This manual should have clear and concise guidelines so that employees understand the conditions of their employment and benefits they are entitled to. This should also include the hiring process and the termination of employment.
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Monday, May 1, 2023
