TIPS TO AVOID UNLICENSED HEALTH CARE ACTIVITY: Q2 • Quarterly Performance Report • FY 2023-24 14 1. ALACHUA This quarter, Alachua ISU continued to take proactive steps to increase awareness and foster a strong bond with leaders in the local community by hosting a meet and greet with the Agency for Health Care Administration. 2. ORLANDO Orlando ISU hosted a meet and greet with the Metropolitan Bureau of Investigation in December to discuss the dismantling of criminal organizations that affect Central Florida. Although the office does not work directly with victims of human trafficking, inspections are regularly conducted in health care facilities like massage establishments. In several instances, unlicensed massage establishments have been a hotspot for human trafficking and other illegal activity. By collaborating with specialized investigators focused on narcotics trafficking, organized crime, racketeering, human trafficking, and gambling, MQA is sharpening efforts to reduce the prevalence of human trafficking taking place in health care establishments. 3. FORT MYERS In December, Fort Myers ISU visited Sunstate Academy, a vocational school offering massage therapy, cosmetology, barbering, and other programs, to teach about the importance of licensed health care practice. Topics covered ranged from the importance of passing licensing exams, completing continuing education coursework, renewing health care licenses, and what constitutes as unlicensed activity. This proactive approach aims to ensure that future health care practitioners are equipped with the knowledge and commitment to uphold legal standards, thereby contributing to the prevention of unlicensed health care activity. MEET AND GREET EVENTS Networking through meet and greet events is a crucial and effective method employed by the ULA Program to establish connections between investigators and local law enforcement partners. Verify a license at FLHealthSource.gov. Beware of missing medical supplies or equipment. Ensure licenses and certificates are posted in the health care establishment. Check online reviews. 3 2 1
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