December 15, 2020
FDA Cautions Use of Face Masks with Metal During MRIs Poses Patient Safety Risk
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration cautions that patients can be injured if wearing face masks with metal features or coating during an MRI exam.
Category: Physicians
December 15, 2020
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration cautions that patients can be injured if wearing face masks with metal features or coating during an MRI exam.
December 15, 2020
The lay public often has limited knowledge and understanding of medical terminology. Effective communication with patients may improve compliance with treatment regimens, enhance the informed consent process, and increase safe medication use. Review this Risk Management Tip from MLMIC to reinforce related policies and protocols within your practice or facility.
December 11, 2020
HHS confirms physicians can deliver telehealth services across state lines for covered services to fight the spread of COVID-19.
December 9, 2020
As physicians continue to deliver care via telehealth, healthcare systems are strongly encouraged to adopt practices that can help reduce the risk of privacy breaches or cyberattacks related to the use of the technology.
December 9, 2020
Physicians interested in offering the COVID-19 vaccine should follow the NYS Department of Health’s instructions for enrollment.
December 8, 2020
MLMIC and HANYS present “Practicing in a Pandemic – Addressing Liability Issues and Maintaining a Safe Environment of Care,” a webinar on navigating the unprecedented operational and clinical challenges caused by the pandemic.
December 5, 2020
MLMIC encourages policyholders to review attorneys’ answers to frequently asked questions on medical professional liability related to HIV confidentiality.
December 1, 2020
The Joint Commission’s seven patient safety goals it says should be the prioritized by hospitals in the coming year.
December 1, 2020
Patient nonadherence to a prescribed medication regimen is a common problem that physicians in all specialties encounter. Review this Risk Management Tip from MLMIC to reinforce related policies and protocols within your practice or facility.
November 24, 2020
MLMIC’s insured neurosurgeons are encouraged to review resources that will provide an understanding of the unique risks associated with the specialty and reduce the likelihood of exposure to medical professional liability.