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Summer 2017 Case Review Now Available
The Summer 2017 edition of Case Review – a review of case studies for MLMIC-insured physicians and facilities – is now available for reading online.
New Risk Management CME Module: Back Disorders
New risk management CME module – “Back Disorders: Claims Data in the United States” – explores issues and risks associated with the diagnosis and treatment of back disorders.
MLMIC Announces Release of Its Updated Proactive Basic Risk Management Course
MLMIC has released an updated version of its Proactive Basic Risk Management Course as part of its ongoing commitment help physicians and other healthcare professionals improve the quality of patient care and reduce potential liability exposure in their practices.
Newly Released Dental Dateline Available Online
The Spring 2017 edition of Dental Dateline – the newsletter for MLMIC-insured dentists – includes many resources, including a case study on successful management of a noncompliant patient.
MLMIC Releases New Risk Management CME Program
As part of MLMIC’s ongoing commitment to help physicians and other healthcare practitioners improve the quality of patient care and reduce potential liability exposure, we’ve developed a new online risk management CME program for policyholders.
NIST Warns EHR “Copy and Paste” Functionality Can Lead to Errors
A new report from NIST explores the use of “copy and paste” functionality, specifically how it may lead to errors that could affect patient safety.
Winter 2017 Case Review Now Available
The Winter 2017 edition of Case Review contains two case studies: one regarding a delay in the diagnosis of breast cancer; another regarding a breach in the standard of obstetrical care.
The Joint Commission Reverses Its Position on Texting Medical Orders
The Joint Commission (JC) issued a clarification reversing its position on the texting of medical orders: “The use of secure text orders is not permitted at this time.”
New Risk Management Seminar Audio Available Online
Additions to MLMIC’s available online risk management seminars include an update on MOLST and eMOLST; best practices for serving transgender patients; an overview of telehealth, telemedicine and mHealth; and a review of 2016 healthcare law.
Are You Using All of Your MLMIC Benefits?
MLMIC has successfully defended more NY physicians than any other NY medical liability insurer. This level of protection is always there in case you need it, but did you know we also offer a host of additional benefits and resources that can help you in your daily practice.