How Patients’ Out-of-Pocket Costs Impact Medical Care… and Liability
It is likely that a physician’s risk of liability is increased when a patient chooses not to seek care primarily due to cost.
Risk Management Tips: Prescription Medications and Patient Safety
Educating patients about their prescription medications and keeping medical records updated with prescription information both help to ensure patient safety.
Risk Management Tips: Tracking Test Results
Always follow-up after tests, both with the patient and with the appropriate medical personnel.