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We are pleased to announce that we will be moving to the newProfessional Building at Doctors Community Hospital
The opening of this building is scheduled for July 1, 2009 and weexpect to be moved by August 10th.
Our telephone numbers will remain the same and we will be located in Suite #305.
One of the most significant changes is the new parking building. There will be ample,under-cover parking and easy access to the to the building’s entrance and elevators.
When we call to confirm your next appointment, we will remind you of the change.
We feel certain that you will appreciate the new space and the easy access.
We Look forward to seeing you in our new home !
Capitol Cardiology Associates., P.A. 301-552-1200
New address:
Professional Office Building
8116 Good Luck Road
Suite #305
Lanham, MD 20706
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| RED FLAG & IDENTIFY THEFT PREVENTION PROGRAM |
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| What is the RED Flag Law? |
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The Federal Trade Commission’s Identity Theft Prevention Red Flags Rule (16 CFR § 681.2) requires all creditors develop an Identity Theft Prevention Program. The Program is designed to:
1. Identify relevant Red Flags based on the risk factors of the creditor ;
2. Institute policies and procedures to detect Red Flags;
3. Identify steps the medical practice will take to prevent and mitigate Identity Theft;
4. Identify appropriate responses to each Red Flag; and
5. Create a system to oversee updates of the program. |
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| Red Flag Identification |
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| What is a Red Flag? We consider the following as Red Flags in our practice: |
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1. The presentation of documents under suspicious circumstances:
a. Documents provided that appear to have been altered or forged;
b. The photograph or physical description on the identification does not appear to be the patient presenting the identification;
c. Other information on the identification is not consistent with information provided by the new patient ; and
d. Other information on the identification is not consistent with readily accessible information that is in the patient’s chart or practice management system.
2. The presentation of suspicious personal identifying information such as:
a. The Social Security # provided by the patient is the same on file as another patient;
b. The patient has an insurance number but does not have a card;
c. The patient has same name and date of birth as another patient.
3. If we receive any complaints or inquiries from patients, law enforcement or others that makes us believe the address we have on file for a patient is not accurate, we shall investigate the possibility that a Red Flag may exist. |
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| Detection of Red Flags |
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| We will take the following steps to verify the identity of all patients: |
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1.New Patients
a. All new patients will be required to present a valid photo identification issued by a local, state or federal government agency, and we shall copy said identification to keep in our files:
i. In the case where the new patient is a minor, photo identification of the patient’s responsible party will be obtained; and
ii. In the case where a new patient does not have a valid photo ID, two forms of non-photo ID, one of which is issued by a state or federal agency, will be obtained as well as a water bill or other form identifying the correct, current address;
b. For new patients with insurance, verify info with their insurance company;
2.Existing Patients
Each existing patient will need to create or identify a 4 digit personal identification number to be used for all phone or non in-person visits when information is exchanged.
3.Payment Verification
i. For new patients paying by credit card, confirm that photo identification and name on credit card is the same;
Payment Verification
ii. For new patients paying by personal check, ensure photo identification and name on personal check is the same;
iii. For new patients on a payment plan, obtain two forms of identification; and
4.If Patient Refuses to Present ID
In a non-emergent situation, we will require a photo identification on any new patient and if one is not presented, we shall refer the patient to the nearest hospital for care, as prescribed by law. In the event, on a non emergent patient, that someone claims to have insurance – but does not have an insurance card, we will require a cash deposit prior to the visit. |
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| Responses to Red Flags |
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| In the event that a Red Flag is identified, the Practice will take the following responses based on individual circumstances, as appropriate: |
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1. Notify the individual whose identity was compromised;
2. Notify law enforcement;
3. Notify insurance carrier, Medicare or Medicaid;
4. Cease any collection efforts on the account
5. Flag the affected patient’s chart for an alert that a Red Flag exists for this patient; and
6. Determine that no response is warranted under the particular circumstances. |
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| Program Administrator |
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| is designated as the person with the responsibility for establishing, maintaining and updating the red Flag Identify Theft Program in the practice, as well as the duty of educating all existing and new employees to the practice policy. |
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