Tag: patient communication

MLMIC encourages policyholders to review these important Risk Management Checklists for Dentists on patient communication, including guidance on after-hours calls, communication between consulting and referring dentists, sharing test results and communicating with low health literacy patients.

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.

New research indicates there are not significant differences in clinical outcomes or overall experiences between post-surgical patients who receive narcotics and those treated with over-the-counter NSAIDs.

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.

MLMIC encourages policyholders to review these important Risk Management Checklists on technology, including guidance on EHR copy/paste, computers in exam rooms, patient portals, protected health information, health IT and online reviews.

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.

Healthcare experts report recent growth in patient care gaps. Providers can leverage patient engagement strategies to ensure adherence to routine care and screenings.

MLMIC’s analysis of chief medical factors associated with improper performance shows that multiple specialties are involved and different types of procedures are triggering lawsuits.

This MLMIC Insight highlights key factors that contribute to claims in healthcare and resources to mitigate risk related to these concerns.