September 20, 2020

Risk Management Checklists: Patient Communication

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

September 15, 2020

Risk Management Tip: Using Chaperones During Physical Examinations

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.

September 14, 2020

MLMIC Insight: Failure to Follow Established Policies and Procedures is a Leading Factor in Medical Malpractice Claims

Whether a solo practitioner, group practice or a large healthcare facility or system, taking steps to ensure that proper policies and procedures are established and followed is integral to enhancing patient safety.

September 11, 2020

CDC Says Frontline Healthcare Providers with Undetected COVID-19 Infections Could be Spreading the Virus

CDC says understanding the prevalence of and factors associated with COVID-19 infection among frontline providers is essential for developing effective strategies that minimize the spread of the virus in healthcare settings.

September 1, 2020

Risk Management Tip: Managing Patients with Chronic Pain

The management of chronic pain through the prescription of controlled medication poses challenges and risks to both the patient and the healthcare provider. Review this Risk Management Tip from MLMIC to reinforce related policies and protocols within your practice or facility.

August 28, 2020

Amid the Pandemic, Seeking Emergency Medical Care for Heart Attack Symptoms Remains Critical

Mayo Clinic researchers say the correlation between the decline in online searches for heart attack symptoms and fewer emergency department visits for acute heart problems raises concern that some patients may be avoiding care due to COVID-19.

August 26, 2020

MLMIC’s Third Quarter Edition of The Scope: Medical Edition is Now Available Online

The newest issue of The Scope: Medical Edition includes considerations for telehealth and cybersecurity, a case study on delayed treatment due to the late discovery of a patient’s family history and more.