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Comorbidity Bi-Polar Disorder and Attention Deficit Disorder

2018-11-22T09:04:01-05:00

Bi-Polar Disorder and Attention Deficit Disorder Neuropsychopharmacology, 2011, Volume 36 .  Wuerzburg, Germany. Both attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and bipolar disorder have been found to possibly be located in the same genetic region known as the 4p16 region.  I a study published in the journal Neuropsychopharmacology, a total of 513 in-and outpatients affected with adult ADHD were studied.  There were 536 controls and 170 nuclear families with 249 children affected with ADHD. The study found that co-morbidity between bi-polar disorder and attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder is thought to be a common phenomenon.   Univ. Wuerzburg Article Here.McGough et al. reported that 87% of the [...]

Comorbidity Bi-Polar Disorder and Attention Deficit Disorder2018-11-22T09:04:01-05:00

In Home Health Care HIPAA and HiTECH Guidelines

2019-10-13T11:45:27-05:00

In Home Health Care HIPAA and HiTECH Policies Using You Own Device and HIPAA Compliance Texting Policy Removing Access After Termination Sanction Policy Business Associate Agreement Disaster Recovery Plan Taking Pictures on Phone Policy How to stay HIPAA Compliant Quiz Using You Own Device and HIPAA Compliance This posting is one of a series as identified above covering HIPAA compliant policies and procedures.  Fundamentally, the rules for using your own device on and off premises are the same as using a organization furnished device.  A personal device used for business purposes has the potential to be compromised.  The electronic Protected Health [...]

In Home Health Care HIPAA and HiTECH Guidelines2019-10-13T11:45:27-05:00

Compassionate Allowances Mean Faster Decisions For Disabled People

2018-11-22T09:05:32-05:00

In April, Social Security announced 52 new Compassionate Allowances conditions to the growing list of severe medical conditions that qualify for expedited medical decisions. The new conditions include many neurological disorders, cancers, and rare diseases. See List Here: www.socialsecurity.gov/compassionateallowances. The Compassionate Allowances initiative is a way of quickly identifying diseases and other medical conditions that invariably qualify as “disabled” based on minimal medical information. Compassionate Allowances allow Social Security to quickly identify the most obviously disabled individuals for allowances based on objective medical information that we can obtain quickly. The announcement of 52 new conditions, effective in August, will increase the [...]

Compassionate Allowances Mean Faster Decisions For Disabled People2018-11-22T09:05:32-05:00

McKinney Texas HIPAA HITECH Readiness

2019-10-13T11:45:27-05:00

McKinney Texas Attorney HIPAA Omnibus Privacy/Security Rule HIPAA is the federal medical privacy and security law governing protected health information.  It is important to understand that 46 states also have laws governing protected health information.  Many state laws are more restrictive than HIPAA. Penalties for Business Associates for violations of HIPAA can be as high as $1.5 Million per year, and can include prison time for the most serious criminal offenses. There are two components to HIPAA protection, the privacy component found in 45 CFR 165 et seq. and the security component found in 42 CFR Burden of Proof for HIPAA is [...]

McKinney Texas HIPAA HITECH Readiness2019-10-13T11:45:27-05:00

Elder Law in McKinney Texas

2019-10-13T11:45:27-05:00

U.S. Department of Labor statistics show that the number of women over 65 in the workforce has increased by 40 percent since 1980. By 2020, older adults will make up more than 25 percent of the U.S. labor force. The rate of people who continue working after they are 65 is 29.9 percent of the 65-69 age group in the United States as compared with 10.5 percent in Europe. More employers are recognizing the value of seniors in the workforce. There are multiple programs that can help seniors obtain the technological skills that are mandatory in today's workforce. Accessing government benefits [...]

Elder Law in McKinney Texas2019-10-13T11:45:27-05:00

Lee Ann Torrans: Residual Functional Capacity Forms

2019-10-13T11:45:27-05:00

What is Residual Functional Capacity RFC stands for "residual functional capacity." In an RFC assessment a professional evaluates the claimant's functional capacity and documents that to the best of their ability. The mental or physical disability is considered in the award decision in terms of the claimant's ability to function in their employment. As you read through the complexities and variations of the requirements for a mental RFC and the documentation required you may begin to understand why these claims are so difficult and so many are turned down.  Having the right information, documentation and supporting RFC is complicated, even for [...]

Lee Ann Torrans: Residual Functional Capacity Forms2019-10-13T11:45:27-05:00

ADD/ADHD Child’s Social Security

2019-10-13T11:45:27-05:00

A child with ADD/ADHD can have their life enhanced with Social Security Benefits. It is worth the effort.  Social Security Benefits will provide access to treatment and professionals that State programs do not provide. Services a Child Could Not Otherwise Obtain The cash benefit supports services to benefit the child that could not be obtained otherwise. Group and individual counseling can provide the child the insight, tools and self understanding to move forward in a academic environment, work environment and social environment. As painful as it may be -- categorize your child's difficulties. You best know your child's issues.  Begin by [...]

ADD/ADHD Child’s Social Security2019-10-13T11:45:27-05:00