Publications & Resources
Get insights and guidance from MLMIC and other leading sources on medical professional liability, risk management, and more.
Get insights and guidance from MLMIC and other leading sources on medical professional liability, risk management, and more.
Winter 2020 Edition of Dental Dateline Available Online
The Winter 2020 edition of Dental Dateline – the newsletter for MLMIC-insured dentists – includes a case study on an ingested surgical device and a drug-seeking patient and guidance for properly closing a dental practice.
November 2019 Case Review Now Available Online
The November 2019 edition of MLMIC’s Case Review includes case studies highlighting the importance of thorough, accurate and timely medical record keeping.
New Cybersecurity Protocol for New York State Healthcare Organizations
Healthcare organizations in New York State may need additional cybersecurity safeguards in order to meet new requirements under the SHIELD Act.
New Guidelines for Sedation in Pediatric Dental Procedures
Several healthcare organizations have endorsed new guidelines for pediatric patients undergoing deep sedation and anesthesia during dental procedures.
MLMIC Resource Center Assists Policyholders with Risk Management and Patient Safety Inquiries
MLMIC policyholders and their staff have exclusive access to the MLMIC Resource Center, which can access a wide variety of current healthcare reference materials on your behalf and promptly provide these research findings to you.
MLMIC Launches Case Review Podcast Examining New York State Medical Professional Liability Cases
The July 2019 edition of MLMIC’s Case Review includes case studies highlighting how questions related to communication and informed consent impacted two separate medical liability cases in New York.
How the 2019 Legislative Session Impacts Medical Liability and Healthcare in New York
MLMIC has released a new edition of The Albany Report to help physicians, dentists and other healthcare providers understand the impact of the most recent Legislative session on their practice in New York State.
Using the Teach-Back Method to Improve Patient Understanding of Instructions
The teach-back method can help physicians ensure that patients have a clear understanding of post-visit instructions.
Spring 2019 Edition of Dental Dateline Available Online
The Spring 2019 edition of Dental Dateline – the newsletter for MLMIC-insured dentists – includes a case study about factors involved in a damaged lingual nerve and tips for responding to unflattering online reviews.
Physician Responsibility for Compliance With the ADA
Researchers recently measured physician knowledge about the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and found that doctors lack specific understanding of the issues and barriers patients encounter. Because of these knowledge gaps, physicians may fail to comply with the ADA and contribute to persisting inequities in care.