The Critical Path to Refresh the Code of Conduct
Part 1. The Code of Conduct is arguably an organization’s most public and ubiquitous document. It unites all employees, agents, vendors, and business associates who commit to behave in accordance organizational Standards. The Compliance Officer often oversees the Code of Conduct’s maintenance and distribution and relies on the Code to support them in assessing corporate ethics and risk. So, why does the Code of Conduct too often “sit on the shelf” and adapt only to major events like a merger? Rules and roles in healthcare can change often, so Compliance Officers should occasionally lead an effort to refresh the Code and affirm the organizational expectations. Follow the Critical Path to begin the process: NOW: Find the current version. Compile an itemized list…