Medical Malpractice Insurance News

MLMIC’s updated risk management tips are available to download both individually and as a multi-tip brochure. The new PDFs make them easier to share as you review and reinforce policies and protocols within your practice or facility.

Discharge of a patient from care can be complex, but these patient discharge recommendations provide some guidance.

Lack of health literacy can make effective communication with patients a challenge. At stake may be inability to comply with treatment regimens, give informed consent and use medication properly.

Dental practices should develop protocols for tracking consultations, including patient compliance, and documenting conversations between referring and consulting dentists. In addition, patients’ dental records should reflect referral compliance (or non-compliance) and include related correspondence.

Providing for the safety of patient, staff and providers by performing necessary inspections and maintenance of equipment is an important part of office practices today.

Educating patients about their prescription medications and keeping medical records updated with prescription information both help to ensure patient safety.

Always follow-up after tests, both with the patient and with the appropriate medical personnel.

Did you know about MLMIC’s library and librarian-assisted research services? We encourage all our insureds to take advantage of not only our extensive virtual collection of educational materials, but also our “Ask a Librarian” service that allows you to obtain assistance with your research.

Always maintain patient confidentiality.