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Category: Physicians
Reducing Patient Wait Times Can Boost Patient Satisfaction
These five office management tips can help physicians and healthcare facilities minimize wait times and improve the patient experience.
Addressing Stigmatized Health Conditions During Patient Encounters
Leading meaningful conversations with patients about “closet conditions” may help minimize stigma and guide care.
Talk Studio: Integrating Nurse Practitioners Into Medical Practices
A new episode of MLMIC’s “Talk Studio” details factors—such as documentation, credentials and registration—physicians should keep in mind when collaborating with nurse practitioners.
Risk Management Tip: Documentation Considerations for EHR Open Notes
Considering increased patient access to their own health information, the following strategies can help physicians promote patient understanding of and engagement with their EHR.
MLMIC outlines considerations for physicians when encountering discrimination such as ageism, gender bias and racism.
Talk Studio: Use of Electronic Signatures in Healthcare Settings
In a new episode of “Talk Studio,” MLMIC attorneys discuss the common acceptance of e-signatures in medical record documentation, plus exceptions where handwritten signatures are still required.
Strategies to Reduce Physician EHR Burden
The growing emphasis on the EHR places a greater documentation burden on physicians, contributing to stress and burnout. MLMIC examines strategies to improve EHR workflow.
HANYS Webinar: Current Medical Professional Liability Trends and Anticipated Changes
This March 9 webinar, presented by HANYS, will discuss current trends in medical professional liability.
Opportunities for Physicians to Promote Health Equity
While healthcare providers alone cannot erase health inequities, they can make a significant impact in advancing access to care and better health outcomes for all patient populations.
Maintaining Professional Patient Relationships
The physician-patient relationship plays a central role in medical care. Here are several recommendations for building trust and addressing challenges both online and in-person.