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Get insights and guidance from MLMIC and other leading sources on medical professional liability, risk management, and more.
Get insights and guidance from MLMIC and other leading sources on medical professional liability, risk management, and more.
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.”
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.
Spring 2015 Issue of Dateline Now Available!
The latest edition of Dateline – the newsletter for MLMIC-insured physicians and facilities is available for reading on our website.
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5 Percent Dividend Announced for All MLMIC Policyholders!
MLMIC’s Board of Directors recently approved a 5 percent dividend for all MLMIC policyholders insured as of May 1, 2015.
MLMIC Releases Proactive Risk Management Follow-Up Program VI
A new online risk management CME program, Follow-Up VI, has been developed for our policyholders and is now available online.