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Compliance Conversations is a biweekly podcast for healthcare professionals and compliance officers who want to stay on top of the compliance game. Host CJ Wolf has in-depth conversations with industry experts to explore the riddles and complexities of the compliance world. Wolf chats with fellow compliance experts, auditors, physicians and government officials. Compliance Conversations is produced by Healthicity.
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Artificial intelligence is no longer a future concept; it’s here, embedded in healthcare systems, vendor platforms, and even your day-to-day operations. But with innovation comes risk. In this episode of Compliance Conversations, host CJ Wolf, MD, talks with Santosh Kaveti, Founder and CEO of ProArch, about: Emerging AI Risks: From shadow AI to model drift Governance & Education: Why AI literacy across your workforce matters Explainability: The critical requirement c...
Artificial intelligence is transforming healthcare, from ambient documentation to virtual assistants. But as opportunities grow, so do risks. How can compliance and security leaders enable innovation while ensuring patient safety and regulatory alignment? In this episode of Compliance Conversations, CJ Wolf talks with Walter Haydock, former national security advisor and founder of StackAware. Together they unpack: ISO 42001: The emerging “SOC 2 for AI” standard The balance be...
In this episode of Compliance Conversations, CJ Wolf sits down with Melinda Hawk, recognized as Healthicity’s Revenue Cycle Manager of the Year, to talk about her career journey, leadership lessons, and the power of collaboration between compliance and revenue cycle teams. What You’ll Learn: Insights from 35 years in home health and hospice The importance of compliance-revenue cycle communication Strategies to mentor and prepare the next generation Practical ways to...
In this episode of Compliance Conversations, CJ Wolf speaks with Eddie Qureshi, CEO of Rainfall Health, to break down the new CMS TEAM Model—and what it means for your hospital’s future. What You’ll Learn: Which hospitals are impacted (and how to check the list) Why CMS is shifting post-acute accountability to hospitals What compliant documentation, coordination, and reporting looks like How AI and integrated tools can make all the difference Thank you for...
In this episode of Compliance Conversations, CJ Wolf, MD, is joined by Rui Ribeiro, Co-Founder and CEO of Jscrambler, to dive into the client-side security threats healthcare organizations often overlook. From patient portals to embedded video players, Rui explains how browser-based vulnerabilities are creating new risks that healthcare teams need to be aware of. You’ll learn: Why client-side protection could be the next step in HIPAA evolution How healthcare can follo...
In this powerful episode of Compliance Conversations, CJ Wolf interviews Dave Cardelle, RPh, Chief Strategy Officer at AMS, who shares practical insights on CMS’s shifting enforcement landscape and the real-world impact of hospital price transparency. What You’ll Learn: What makes a machine-readable file compliant (and what doesn’t) Why average negotiated rates are the most challenging—and most scrutinized—data element How automation and governance can save your hospital...
In this episode of Compliance Conversations, CJ Wolf welcomes back Maya Turner, a nationally recognized expert in medical coding and consulting. Together, they explore how value-based care and ancillary services are transforming provider reimbursement, especially in a telehealth-enabled world. You'll learn: What value-based care really means (and why it matters) The billing codes you may be overlooking How to streamline documentation and consent Why ancillary staff ...
Aaron Burnett, CEO of Wheelhouse Digital Marketing Group, joins CJ Wolf to decode the complex world of healthcare marketing, privacy laws, and risk mitigation. What You’ll Learn: The evolving legal landscape: OCR guidance, AHA lawsuits, FTC enforcement Why third-party tracking is out—and what to use instead How to collaborate across marketing, IT, and compliance What “data destiny” really means for covered entities Emerging solutions like media mix modeling and...
Join Healthicity’s CJ Wolf and Compliagent’s Paige Pennington as they break down the first industry-specific compliance program guidance (ICPG) from the OIG—focused entirely on skilled nursing facilities. Key Takeaways: Why the OIG prioritized SNFs Top risk areas flagged in the new guidance The evolving role of compliance in quality and contracting Actionable steps for aligning your risk assessments and audit plans This episode is a must-listen for compliance p...
In this episode of Compliance Conversations, Anurag Lal, CEO of NetSfere and former U.S. broadband official, explains why healthcare remains the top target for cybercriminals—and what you can do about it. What You’ll Learn: The evolving tactics behind healthcare cyberattacks How to identify insecure communication practices within your org What true end-to-end encryption really means Why patient care and cybersecurity are more connected than you think Tune in no...
From artificial intelligence in audit workflows to CMS’s renewed focus on fraud, waste, and abuse, this episode of Compliance Conversations covers the biggest themes that emerged from HEALTHCON and HCCA’s Compliance Institute. Tune in to hear real takeaways from the exhibit hall, speaker sessions, and side conversations—including why quality of care oversight is gaining new attention. CJ Wolf, MD, and Brian Burton, Healthicity Chief Compliance & Privacy Officer, discuss: - Why AI was eve...
Audits are an inevitable part of healthcare. But they don’t have to throw your practice into chaos. In this episode, CJ Wolf talks with regulatory and transactional healthcare attorney Christina Kuta, a Shareholder at Roetzel & Andress, about the essential steps providers should take when facing a third-party audit. You’ll learn: - The first three things to do when you receive an audit notice - How government and commercial audits differ - Why self-auditing matters—and how to do it right ...
Independent Review Organizations (IROs) play a crucial role in healthcare compliance, particularly when organizations are under a Corporate Integrity Agreement (CIA). In this episode of Compliance Conversations, CJ Wolf interviews Stephani Scott, VP of Audit Services at AAPC, on what it really means to be an IRO. You’ll discover: - What IROs do and why independence matters - The key components of CIA audit timelines and expectations - How RAT-STATS ensures unbiased sampling Thank you for l...
In this episode of Compliance Conversations, host CJ Wolf chats with Elizabeth Herbert, an Epic Application Analyst with over 25 years of healthcare experience. Together, they break down the myths around EHR templates, offer practical tips for providers and compliance professionals, and explore underused tools that can streamline your day-to-day work. From proper template design to avoiding compliance risks and improving provider training, this conversation is a must-listen for anyone working...
In this episode of Compliance Conversations, CJ Wolf and Dan Fox explore the intersection of AI and healthcare compliance. From proactive patient outreach to regulatory risks, they break down how organizations can leverage AI while staying compliant. What You'll Learn: - How AI-driven communication is enhancing patient engagement - The biggest compliance challenges organizations face - Practical examples of AI implementation in healthcare Don’t miss this deep dive into AI, compliance, and t...
In this episode of Compliance Conversations, host CJ Wolfsits down with returning guest Sean McKenna, a Partner at Nelson Mullins and former Federal Prosecutor, to explore the critical issues at the intersection of healthcare law and compliance. From the challenges posed by the False Claims Act to the innovative use of data analytics in enforcement, Sean offers firsthand insights drawn from years of legal practice. Whether you’re managing a compliance program or navigating regulatory challen...
Telehealth is revolutionizing healthcare, but with new opportunities come new risks. In this latest episode of Compliance Conversations, host CJ Wolf welcomes healthcare attorney Susan Walberg to discuss: - Common telehealth fraud schemes—and how to spot them - Compliance pitfalls that could cost your organization - The latest regulatory updates from the FTC, FDA, and HHS - The role of AI in healthcare risk management - Stay ahead of compliance risks and protect your practice. Thank you fo...
Join CJ Wolf as he sits down with Clint Narver, a former DOJ prosecutor and healthcare compliance expert, to explore best practices, emerging trends, and real-world strategies for avoiding legal pitfalls. Highlights: - Learn how to safeguard your organization against research fraud. - Insights into the DOJ’s perspective on compliance programs. - Real-life examples of compliance missteps and how to avoid them. - The role of training, monitoring, and proactive measures in compliance success. Re...
Selling or acquiring a healthcare practice is no small feat. Regulatory compliance challenges, from Stark Law violations to billing audits, can derail even the best-planned transactions. In this insightful episode of Compliance Conversations, CJ Wolf interviews Ericka Adler, a leading healthcare attorney and Shareholder at Roetzel & Andress, to uncover: - The most common compliance pitfalls in healthcare transactions - Strategies for preparing your practice for sale to ensure a smoother ...
Join us for an eye-opening conversation on Compliance Conversations, where CJ Wolf interviews Nick Sahar, founder of Semantic Health and pioneer in AI for medical coding. In this episode, you’ll learn: - How AI enhances coding accuracy and speeds up workflows. - Practical use cases for AI in coding, auditing, and clinical documentation. - What the future holds for AI in healthcare compliance. Don’t miss this must-listen discussion about how technology is shaping the future of healthcare compl...
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