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Risk Management Checklists for Dentists: Patient Communication
MLMIC encourages policyholders to review these important Risk Management Checklists for Dentists on patient communication, including guidance on after-hours calls, communication between consulting and referring dentists, sharing test results and communicating with low health literacy patients.
The newest issue of “The Scope: Medical Edition,” MLMIC’s risk management publication, is now available online and offers the latest health, legal, risk management and insurance information.
How to Address EHR Alert Fatigue
Recent analysis indicates physicians are experiencing EHR alert fatigue, which can harm patient care. Health systems can adopt strategies to ensure patient safety, while optimizing use of the technology.
Upcoming Educational Webinars for New York State Dentists in June
New York State dentists are invited to join us for several upcoming webinars in June. The topics include employment law, contracts, professional liability and common claims against dentists. Read the event details in this blog.
Reflecting on the Past Year: Lessons From COVID-19 for Dentists
COVID-19 has forced substantial shifts in how dentists, and many professionals, work every day. Over the past year, dentists have had a chance to reexamine the way they practice and determine if those habits still make sense in the face of a threat like COVID-19. In a recent article, Dr. Lauren Patton reflects on the teachings of 2020. Read about the lessons she learned during the pandemic.
Strategies to Mitigate Telehealth Security Threats
Telehealth use requires health systems to ensure existing policies and procedures protect patient health information and privacy.
The 4 May Webinars New York State Dentists Won’t Want to Miss
New York State dentists are invited to join us for four webinars in May covering risk management, common claims, and defensive dentistry. One of these events is worth four CE hours! Read the event details in this blog and register now to reserve your spot.
Standards and Liability, a Webinar by MLMIC and HANYS
On June 10, MLMIC risk management experts will join HANYS to present “Standards and Liability,” a webinar with risk management strategies to address aggressive patient behavior in the workplace.
How to Address Pandemic-Related Patient Safety Threats
The Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality Patient Safety Network’s annual perspective summarizes COVID-19’s impact on patient safety and strategies for addressing these evolving challenges.
Tips for New Dentists: How to Thrive on Your First Day in Dental Practice
From making employment decisions, to risk management strategies, to choosing a professional liability carrier, our “Tips for New Dentists” series has covered important information as you prepare for your first year of practice. Now, we want to focus on that very first day. What can you do to make it as smooth as possible? Here’s how to set yourself up for success.