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Newly Released Dental Dateline Available Online

The Spring 2017 edition of Dental Dateline – the newsletter for MLMIC-insured dentists – includes many resources, including a case study on successful management of a noncompliant patient.

MLMIC Releases New Risk Management CME Program

As part of MLMIC’s ongoing commitment to help physicians and other healthcare practitioners improve the quality of patient care and reduce potential liability exposure, we’ve developed a new online risk management CME program for policyholders.

NIST Warns EHR “Copy and Paste” Functionality Can Lead to Errors

A new report from NIST explores the use of “copy and paste” functionality, specifically how it may lead to errors that could affect patient safety.

Winter 2017 Case Review Now Available

The Winter 2017 edition of Case Review contains two case studies: one regarding a delay in the diagnosis of breast cancer; another regarding a breach in the standard of obstetrical care.

The Joint Commission Reverses Its Position on Texting Medical Orders

The Joint Commission (JC) issued a clarification reversing its position on the texting of medical orders: “The use of secure text orders is not permitted at this time.”

New Risk Management Seminar Audio Available Online

Additions to MLMIC’s available online risk management seminars include an update on MOLST and eMOLST; best practices for serving transgender patients; an overview of telehealth, telemedicine and mHealth; and a review of 2016 healthcare law.

Are You Using All of Your MLMIC Benefits?

MLMIC has successfully defended more NY physicians than any other NY medical liability insurer. This level of protection is always there in case you need it, but did you know we also offer a host of additional benefits and resources that can help you in your daily practice.

Fall 2016 Edition of Dental Dateline Available Online

Dental Dateline is the newsletter for MLMIC-insured dentists. The Fall 2016 edition has just been added to our website.

The Joint Commission Updates Policy on Texting Medical Orders

The Joint Commission (JC) has updated its 2011 memo regarding texting orders. It now allows for the immediate use of texting for medical orders providing certain criteria are met.

New Risk Management CME Module: High Exposure Liability

MLMIC’s newest online risk management CME modules explore issues and risks associated with high exposure liability claims.