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Category: Hospitals
MSSNY and MLMIC Partner to Provide Physician Wellness Support
MLMIC has partnered with The Medical Society of the State of New York in its effort to provide New York State physicians with resources to address mental health challenges resulting from today’s medical environment.
Attorneys Respond to Medical Professional Liability FAQs on Retention and Release of Medical Records
MLMIC encourages policyholders to review attorneys’ answers to frequently asked questions on medical professional liability related to retention and release of medical records, including timeframes and authorizations.
Key Considerations to Help Healthcare Organizations Optimize Telehealth Use
Experts have identified key themes related to telehealth they say have emerged from the COVID-19 pandemic and can help physicians optimize its use.
Risk Management Tip: Management and Documentation of After-hours Telephone Calls from Patients
The failure to properly handle and document after-hours telephone calls can adversely affect patient care and lead to potential liability exposure for the physician. Review this Risk Management Tip from MLMIC to reinforce related policies and protocols within your practice or facility.
CDC Updates Guidance on Isolation for COVID-19 Patients
Revised recommendations issued by The Centers for Disease Control say those who test positive for SARS-CoV-2 should isolate for at least 10 days after symptoms first appear.
FDA Issues Warning About Hand Sanitizer Products Contaminated with Methanol
FDA is cautioning healthcare providers about an increase in hand sanitizer products contaminated with methanol, a substance that can be toxic when absorbed through the skin or life-threatening when ingested.
Risk Management Checklists: Healthcare Office Policies
MLMIC encourages policyholders to review these important Risk Management Checklists on office policies, including guidance on maintaining patient confidentiality, tracking test results, following up on missed or cancelled appointments, using chaperones or scribes and handling patient complaints.
Managing Your Social Media Presence Webinar on August 12
On August 12, MLMIC and HANYS will present a one-hour webinar designed to help healthcare providers optimize their social media strategy and minimize risks associated with its use.
Risk Management Tip: Safely Caring for Patients of Size in the Office Practice
Physicians’ offices may not be well equipped to accommodate patients of size. Providing a safe environment, while optimizing sensitivity to the needs of this patient population, will enhance patient care and minimize your exposure to claims of negligence. Review this Risk Management Tip from MLMIC to reinforce related policies and protocols within your practice or facility.
NYSDOH Requirements for Healthcare Personnel Returning to Work After COVID-19 Exposure or Infection
A NYSDOH advisory outlines updated requirements for healthcare personnel returning to work after COVID-19 exposure and/or infection.