The latest edition of MLMIC’s The Albany Report focuses policyholder attention on proposed legislation that would expand liability in medical professional liability cases.

The American Academy of Sleep Medicine says sleep is essential to health and urges physicians to screen patients for sleep disorders and promote sleep health in clinical practice.

Research published by the American Heart Association indicates a concerning decline in proper high blood pressure management among the United States population in recent years.

AHRQ’s new screening tool provides direction for practices who wish to begin SDoH assessments, as well as recommendations to connect patients with needed services to improve their health.

Patient generated health data adds a new dimension to practice management, and it’s important to examine it from a risk management perspective, including the protocols physicians and hospitals will need to utilize the data effectively and safely.

Our insureds are encouraged to review newly enacted provisions of the Public Health Law. These amendments hold implications for our insureds related to telehealth delivery.

The latest edition of MLMIC’s The Albany Report focuses policyholder attention on how the 2021-2022 state budget impacts New York’s medical professional liability insurance market.

Newly enacted provisions of the 21st Century Cures Act hold significant implications for our insureds and require healthcare providers to take steps that ensure compliance.

ECRI’s 2021 list of patient safety concerns can help health systems effectively identify, prioritize and respond to patient safety threats.

Experts say patient-centric opioid intervention before discharge from the hospital can cut overall opioid intake, while still ensuring a patient is satisfied and their pain is properly managed.