Health system nixes freebies, implements strict regulations
Health Care Auditing Strategies, February 1, 2007
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Detroit medical group permanently says 'no' to free perks from medical sales representatives
The Henry Ford Health System in Detroit, will no longer accept free gifts, lunches, and other perks from medical sales representatives as part of its initiative to eliminate conflict of interest in relationships between vendors and employees.
It's all part of a trend that may soon be knocking at your door. Henry Ford follows the lead of several other large health systems, such as the University of Pennsylvania, Stanford University, and the University of Michigan, which have all instituted similar regulations.
"The implementation of strict vendor policies should be applauded by the hospital industry," says Norm Werner, FACHE, director of compliance with Continuum Health Partners in New York City.
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