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Category: Hospitals

Online Research vs. Physician Guidance: Are Patients Turning to the Internet Even More?

In addition to researching symptoms and health concerns ahead of seeking care, patients are also turning to Google following medical appointments or instead of disclosing information to their doctors altogether.

MLMIC Vaccine Survey Reveals High Vaccine Compliance, Limited Staffing Issues

Results from a recent MLMIC vaccine survey—including numbers of resignations and exemptions—reveal that staff at our insured facilities have overwhelmingly chosen to be vaccinated against COVID-19.

Registration Open for Webinar on Addressing the Risks and Benefits of AI in Healthcare

The webinar hosted by MLMIC, HANYS and FAKS will help participants identify the risks and benefits of artificial intelligence in healthcare.

Challenging Times Ahead for the Medical Professional Liability Sector

MLMIC’s Chief Actuary Thomas Ryan answers questions related to a recent report on the nationwide medical professional liability market. The conversation, reprinted here from The Scope: Medical Edition, can help our readers understand the challenges specific to the New York market and how they impact insurers and policyholders.

Evolving State Regulations Limit Practice of Telehealth

New revisions to telehealth regulation revoke temporary flexibility around state licensing and could disrupt care for both physicians and patients.

Addressing Low Health Literacy Inside and Outside the Exam Room

Most physicians and other healthcare providers encounter patients with limited health literacy every day. Increasing awareness and facilitating patient education can mitigate the impact of health literacy on health outcomes and patient safety – and reduce liability risk.

New Issue of “The Scope: Medical Edition” Features Ransomware Risk Warning and Interview With Chief Actuary

The newest issue of The Scope: Medical Edition, MLMIC’s risk management publication, is now available online and offers the latest health, legal, risk management and insurance information.

MLMIC and MSSNY Present CME Day on Friday, September 17

As the lead-in to the MSSNY 2021 House of Delegates, MLMIC and MSSNY are proud to present CME Day on Friday, September 17, via Zoom webinar. The series of continuing medical education presentations, originally scheduled to be hosted in-person, will commence online at 9 a.m. with three MLMIC presentations.

What Patient-Centered Care Means for Your Medical Practice

Here, we summarize what patient-centered care is, what it means for your medical practice (including your relationships with patients) and what to consider when implementing PCC to improve outcomes and reduce medical liability.

Benefits and Risks Associated With Remote Patient Monitoring

MLMIC encourages all insureds to implement protocols specific to remote patient monitoring. These preparations can help you and your patients benefit from the technology while preserving patient safety and reducing risk.