March 25, 2022
The Importance of Properly Documenting Patient Interactions
“High quality” documentation – including physician notes that are timely, precise and complete – can promote patient safety and may limit liability exposure.
Tag: medical records
March 25, 2022
“High quality” documentation – including physician notes that are timely, precise and complete – can promote patient safety and may limit liability exposure.
February 16, 2022
The growing emphasis on the EHR places a greater documentation burden on physicians, contributing to stress and burnout. MLMIC examines strategies to improve EHR workflow.
April 30, 2021
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.
February 5, 2021
MLMIC encourages policyholders to review attorneys’ answers to frequently asked questions on medical professional liability related to documentation in the medical record.
January 15, 2021
Physicians are often asked by close friends, relatives, or colleagues for medical advice, treatment, or prescriptions both inside and outside of the office. Review this Risk Management Tip from MLMIC to reinforce related policies and protocols within your practice or facility.
September 15, 2020
Providers must recognize that, at any time, a patient may make a complaint to the Office of Professional Medical Conduct alleging that he or she was the victim of a physician’s sexual misconduct. Having a chaperone present during intimate physical examinations may be beneficial to both the physician and the patient. Review this Risk Management Tip from MLMIC to reinforce related policies and protocols within your practice or facility.
August 5, 2020
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.
December 5, 2019
MLMIC’s recently released CME modules share valuable guidance and insight on leading topics including patient-physician communication, documentation, patient safety and more.
November 12, 2019
The November 2019 edition of MLMIC’s Case Review includes case studies highlighting the importance of thorough, accurate and timely medical record keeping.
October 29, 2019
Physicians identify key EHR design changes that would improve safety and productivity and reduce burnout.