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Category: Physicians

MLMIC to Host Spring 2018 Network Meetings Across NYS

In Network Meetings at multiple locations across New York during April, May and June, MLMIC will present a risk management perspective on “Managing Your Social Media Presence.” CME credits are available.

MLMIC to Be a Part of the NYSOMS Regional Convention

At the upcoming New York State Osteopathic Medical Society (NYSOMS) Regional Osteopathic Convention (ROC-NY), MLMIC legal and risk management experts will be presenting on two topics: one related to litigation and the other to social media.

MLMIC’s Spring 2018 Dateline Newsletter Available Now Online

The Spring 2018 edition of Dateline – the newsletter for MLMIC-insured physicians and facilities – includes resources on topics like EHR metadata, noncompliant patients, medical marijuana and hand-off communication.

ECRI Releases its Top 10 Patient Safety Concerns

Diagnostic error, opioid safety and care coordination top ECRI Institute’s 2018 list of “Top 10 Patient Safety Concerns for Healthcare Organizations.”

Computers in Exam Rooms May Hinder Effective Communication

Computers in patient exam rooms have become commonplace in healthcare, but they may be perceived by both physicians and patients as a barrier to effective communication.

MLMIC’s 2017 Annual Report Now Available

As noted in our 2017 Annual Report, MLMIC continues to put policyholders first in a fiscally responsible and diligent manner. As a result, the Company is well positioned to respond to both the challenges and opportunities that come with New York’s medical malpractice insurance environment

MLMIC Partners with ACOG District II

ACOG District II – MLMIC partnership will help both expand their ability to improve patient safety and reduce risk in select focus areas, such as maternal mortality and morbidity.

Better Understanding of Diagnostic Errors May Lead to Prevention

Researchers are looking at how better measurement of diagnostic errors may help physicians track performance, gauge the effectiveness of interventions, reduce errors and improve patient outcomes.

Case Studies Highlight Importance of Veracity, Communication and Detailed Medical Histories

The March 2018 edition of MLMIC’s Case Review includes case studies highlighting the importance of veracity, communication and detailed medical histories.

CMS to Enforce Hand Hygiene Guidelines in Ambulatory Surgery Centers

Infection transmission in healthcare facilities is strongly associated with poor hand hygiene. Starting this year, CMS surveyors will issue citations when they observe any ambulatory surgery center employee failing to follow proper hand hygiene protocol.