Unless further action is taken before November 1st, all Doctors of Chiropractic will need to be in compliance with the regulations that encompass the “red flags rules.” At this time, there is pending legislation to exempt private physician’s offices which have fewer than 20 employees, but until this legislation is signed, all D.C.s need to be prepared to follow the approved practices. These rules are designed to reduce the likelihood of identity theft, and the subsequent damage that it can cause. Most offices already have in place much of the required actions needed to be in compliance. However, all offices will need to be sure that all employees are trained in proper procedures by Nov. 1, 2009.
Here’s a link to a site which will give you all you need to know about being compliant.
http://www.ftc.gov/bcp/edu/microsites/redflagsrule/index.shtml
