Medical Malpractice Insurance News

Last month, the Joint Commission updated its position on text messaging patient information and orders within healthcare teams. We’re discussing what accredited organizations need to know before implementing this new guideline.

This month on Open Bar, we’re discussing whether providers must give parents access to the patient portal of their minor children. Here’s our expert answer to that question, taking into account the patient’s privacy rights.

A 65-year-old patient complained of left-sided abdominal pain for several years. In 2016, the patient underwent a CT scan, and a MLMIC-insured radiologist found no significant findings. More than three years later, a large mass was discovered, and the patient brought a lawsuit against several parties, including the radiologist, for not finding it earlier. Read what happened and our analysis of the case.

By Elizabeth Ollinick, Esq. MLMIC is thrilled to launch “Open Bar,” a monthly FAQ on trending issues in healthcare faced by MLMIC insureds throughout New York. There are several perks available to MLMIC policyholders. One of them is access to MLMIC’s Legal Hotline. Our Legal Department is comprised of seasoned healthcare attorneys throughout the state. […]

MLMIC’s The Albany Report offers policyholders a concise, insiders’ view of pending legislative, regulatory and political developments that have an impact on healthcare professionals in New York State. The latest edition focuses on developments related to the Grieving Families Act and the Medical Indemnity Fund.

The latest edition of MLMIC’s The Albany Report focuses policyholder attention on the 2024-25 New York State budget.

The latest edition of MLMIC’s The Albany Report focuses policyholder attention on Grieving Families Act legislation.

Although telehealth is an effective and convenient form of care delivery, it also carries unique challenges and risks for healthcare providers. Learn more in our upcoming webinar!

The latest edition of MLMIC’s The Albany Report focuses policyholder attention on the 2023-2024 New York State budget.

The MSSNY House of Delegates meeting is approaching, and as part of CME Day on April 21, 2023, MLMIC will be offering three exciting educational programs via Zoom.