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Category: Dentists
We’re pleased to share with you that our prestigious network of partnerships continues to grow! The New York State Osteopathic Medical Society (NYSOMS) is now an official MLMIC partner.
CDC Guidelines on Injection Safety in Dental Settings
It is important to review workflows and procedures regularly to prevent office and facility standards from getting lax. The CDC summary contains a set of nine key recommendations for dental settings. MLMIC encourages dental health providers to consult the list of “do’s” and “do nots” for a refresher in safe injection practices.
Risk Management Efforts Start at the Front Desk
Did you know that non-clinical staff may impact patient safety and malpractice exposures? Ensuring that staff members have been properly trained regarding their roles and responsibilities should be an integral part of any organization’s risk management program.
Your Data Security Protocol Must Protect ePHI on Portable Devices Even in the Event of Theft
All healthcare related entities should periodically complete a system-wide risk analysis, implement a risk management plan and strengthen internal policies and procedures to mitigate, if not eliminate, the possibility of such an event from occurring. As highlighted by this case, such risk analysis must take into account computers and devices used by employees both in and out of the office or facility.
MLMIC’s 2015 Annual Report Now Available
MLMIC’s 2015 Annual Report has been published and is available now on our website.
Media Reports Growing Concerns Over New York’s Medical Malpractice Market
While MLMIC can’t speak to the coverage of our competitors, we can assure our policyholders that MLMIC’s level of protection remains unchanged. We continue to provide exceptional coverage, a strong risk management program and high quality legal counsel.
Why Insurer Financials Matter to Policyholders
Many companies sell medical professional liability insurance (MPLI) at deeply discounted rates. And while this may provide immediate relief to the insureds, the financials of these companies can be a cause of concern.
Mandatory Electronic Prescribing Deadline Poses Concerns for Some Hospitals and Providers
MLMIC posts information on its blog to assist policyholders in complying with the e-prescribing mandate. In addition, we want to share with you a new article about the challenges New York providers face regarding the pending implementation date.
Michael J. Schoppmann Joins MLMIC’s Service Company
MLMIC announces the appointment of Michael J. Schoppmann, Esq. as President of our service company subsidiary. Schoppmann’s long history of protecting doctors in New York State will contribute to the superior protection, sound defense and active risk management we offer all of our insureds.
New York Joins National Prescription Monitoring Program
The objective of the program is to prevent the improper procurement of prescriptions for controlled substances across state lines.