2009-08-13
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has once again delayed
the implementation of its ruling that would consider physicians who regularly
bill patients (including co-payments and coinsurance) as creditors. The Red Flags rule would require physicians
to develop and put into practice written identity theft prevention and
detection programs. Enforcement of the
rule has been delayed until November 1, 2009. Previously, implementation had been delayed until August.
For further resources and guidance on how to comply
with this rule, visit the FTC Web site.
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