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Category: Hospitals

Better Communication During Care Transitions May Reduce Readmissions

Ineffective communication and transfer of patient information has been associated with medical errors, patient harm and patient dissatisfaction.

Consider Liability Risks Before Permitting Individuals to “Shadow” Physicians

Before responding to a request to allow a high school or college student shadow you at an office or facility, consider the medical liability and patient safety risks.

No Rate Increase for Physician Policyholders on July 1

As MLMIC celebrates its 40th anniversary, we have some great news for physician policyholders: the Superintendent of Insurance has accepted our recommendation that rates remain unchanged for the July 1, 2015 – July 1, 2016 policy year.

Use Diligence in Prescribing the New Oral Anticoagulants

While NOACs are considered to have certain advantages to warfarin, they also have disadvantages. MLMIC believes it is important for providers to be aware of the potential risks of prescribing any medication.

Does Better Communication with Patients Result in Fewer Lawsuits?

Good relationships with patients are important not only to patient health but also, according to the article’s author, “Doctors sued most often were complained about by patients twice as much as those who were not, and poor communication was the most common complaint.”

PICC Line Concerns

It is the obligation of the original treating physician to appropriately follow up with the patient to arrange for removal of the PICC line.

Special Edition of Dateline: Risks Related to EHR

In response to the increased prevalence of electronic health records (EHR) and some questions about the possible risks, we prepared a Special Edition of Dateline.

Breach Notification Under HIPAA – When Health Information is Compromised

When protections fail and Patient Health Information is compromised, HIPAA requires covered healthcare providers to notify patients, HHS and, in some cases, the media.

5 Traits to Look for in Your Insurer’s Claims Department

The knowledge and expertise of claims department staff is critical when it comes to professional claim handling and obtaining favorable outcomes in New York State.

“Emergency Medical Services and Surprise Bills” Law Takes Effect in New York

The “Emergency Medical Services and Surprise Bills” law, effective March 31, 2015, impacts billing and reimbursement for some out-of-network healthcare services.