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Risk Management Tip: Managing Medication Samples
Medication samples are widely used in a physician’s office practice. A standard process should be in place for the proper handling, storage, dispensing, and disposal of medication samples. Review this Risk Management Tip from MLMIC to reinforce related policies and protocols within your practice or facility.
Risk Management Tip: Follow-up of Missed or Cancelled Appointments
A well-defined process for following up on missed or cancelled appointment will help ensure continuity of care and enhance patient safety. Review this Risk Management Tip from MLMIC to reinforce related policies and protocols within your practice or facility.
Risk Management Tip: Management of Medical Equipment for Patient Care
Many procedures are performed in the office setting using physician-owned or leased medical equipment. Failure or malfunction of this equipment may lead to patient, staff or provider injury. Review this Risk Management Tip from MLMIC to reinforce related policies and protocols within your practice or facility.
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.
Risk Management Checklists: Medication Management
MLMIC encourages policyholders to review these important Risk Management Checklists on medication management, including guidance on how to manage medication samples and how to promote patient adherence to a medication regimen.
Risk Management Tip: Prescription Medications and Patient Safety
Medication errors result in a significant portion of medical liability claims. Careful attention to detail in prescribing and monitoring the use of medications promotes patient health and safety. Review this Risk Management Tip from MLMIC to reinforce related policies and protocols within your practice or facility.
May 28 Webinar on Leading Causes of Million-Dollar Claims in New York State
On May 28, MLMIC will host “Million Dollar Claims: A Closer Look,” a complimentary webinar examining major causes of million-dollar claims in New York State.
Under the newly enacted Article 30-D of New York Public Health Law, physicians are granted broader immunity during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Risk Management Tip: Tracking Test Results
The receipt and review of test results are important aspects of patient care and safety in physician practices. Review this Risk Management Tip from MLMIC to reinforce related policies and protocols within your practice or facility.
Risk Management Tip: Maintaining Patient Confidentiality
Patient confidentiality breaches pose a significant risk in the healthcare setting. HIPAA and New York State laws govern your obligation to maintain the confidentiality of protected health information (PHI). Review this Risk Management Tip from MLMIC to reinforce related policies and protocols within your practice or facility.