Publications & Resources

New research is examining strategies for primary care physicians to best manage new stressors associated with increased use of patient messaging portals.

New findings on vaping-related rehospitalizations and deaths have prompted the CDC to develop recommendations for outpatient follow-up during the first 48 hours post-hospitalization.

A new BCBS study found that millennials are experiencing higher rates of chronic health issues than previous generations. Projections indicate that this may increase both mortality rates and healthcare costs.

The Joint Commission released a new study it says provides “better characterization and analysis” of sentinel events “that require immediate investigation and response” in ambulatory settings.

MLMIC’s recently released CME modules share valuable guidance and insight on leading topics including patient-physician communication, documentation, patient safety and more.

New CDC recommendations can help physicians differentiate between vaping-related lung injury and influenza or respiratory infection.

A new Centers for Disease Control and Prevention report reinforces the growing threat of antibiotic resistance in the United States.

A new ECRI Institute report identifies the five key patient safety challenges in ambulatory care, naming diagnostic errors as the most common.

The November 2019 edition of MLMIC’s Case Review includes case studies highlighting the importance of thorough, accurate and timely medical record keeping.

ECRI Institute says its list of “Top 10 Health Technology Hazards for 2020” can help health systems identify potential danger with certain technologies and take “steps to minimize the likelihood that adverse events will occur.”