The Rush University Compliance Office has been established to work with key compliance areas throughout the university to address compliance concerns, mitigate risk, facilitate collaboration, raise awareness, and provide guidance. The office upholds the seven elements of an effective compliance program and aligns with the Rush University System for Health’s (RUSH) mission. The creation of the office demonstrates RUSH’s commitment in meeting legal and regulatory responsibilities, and fosters a culture that promotes ethical conduct throughout the university.
The University Compliance Office is part of the RUSH Corporate Compliance department. Please click here to read the Compliance Manual.
Goals of University Compliance at Rush
- Identify and evaluate risks that may impact the university.
- Cultivate a university standard that promotes awareness of compliance and it's protective functions.
- Provide students and faculty with training and information that allows them to understand relevant compliance matters to effectively carry out their responsibilities.
- Provide the university community a safe and confidential mechanism to report issues of concern.
- Be a source of best practices for the university community.
- Assist in solving issues or concerns by providing consultative services and risk mitigation strategies.
Who We Are
Andrew Reeder, MPA, CIPP/US, CHPC, CISSP, CISA, CSX-F
University Compliance Officer
Associate Vice President, HIPAA Privacy Security
Andrew_Reeder@rush.edu
(312) 942-2995
Corporate Compliance