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In Response to the Pandemic, Healthcare Organizations Should Consider Four Key Changes

Based on the widespread impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, experts say healthcare organizations should consider four key changes to mitigate the effects of any future large-scale disruptions.

Strategies for Managing Physician Mental Health Problems Caused by the Pandemic

The Joint Commission shares important considerations and guidance related to mental health problems among healthcare professionals caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.

New CMS Regulations Address High Rates of COVID-19 in Nursing Homes

Due to high COVID-19 rates in nursing homes, CMS says it will increase enforcement for facilities with persistent infection control violations and impose enforcement actions for lower level infection control deficiencies.

“Expression of Concern” Issued About Data Cited in Two Major COVID-19 Studies

Recent statements issued by the New England Journal of Medicine and the Lancet share significant concern related to the credibility of two major studies evaluating the safety and efficacy of hydroxychloroquine to prevent and treat COVID-19.

MLMIC Launches Podcast with Guidance for Reopening Medical Practices

To support policyholders as they resume operations, MLMIC has recorded a podcast with recommendations and key considerations for safely and effectively reopening.

MLMIC Launches New Publication to Share Health, Legal and Risk Management Perspective

The Scope: Medical Edition, MLMIC’s new risk management publication, includes a case study on the disastrous effects of “anchoring,” guidance on transitioning medical practices back to post COVID-19 operations and more.

Updated CDC Guidance on Delivering Dental Care During the COVID-19 Pandemic

The CDC has updated its guidance on infection protection and control for dental practices delivering care during the pandemic.

NYSDOH Directive for Delivering Preventive and Follow-up Care During the Pandemic

A New York State Department of Health advisory says it is critical for medical providers to continue delivering services, specifically routine preventive and follow-up care, during the COVID-19 pandemic.

NYSDOH Rules for Resuming Elective Outpatient Surgeries

When resuming elective outpatient surgeries and non-urgent procedures, ambulatory surgery centers, office-based surgery practices and diagnostic and treatment centers must follow guidance issued by NYSDOH.

Webinar: Emerging From COVID-19: Guidelines for Re-opening Healthcare

On June 4, MLMIC and HANYS will host “Emerging From COVID-19: Guidelines for Re-opening Healthcare.” This webinar will provide a strategic roadmap to help medical practices safely and efficiently return to normal operations.