Medical Malpractice Insurance News

Teledentistry in New York is a relatively recent practice, with the laws that recognize and codified it having only been enacted in 2014 and 2015. Chapter 550 of the New York Laws of 2014 required health insurers and Medicaid to cover the provision of telehealth services, including dental services rendered through telehealth, in the same manner as those services would be provided in an in-person setting.

MLMIC outlines guidance to promote a positive telehealth experience for both patient and physician.

Using text messaging to communicate with patients can improve care and boost engagement, but may also create challenges for privacy and documentation.

New revisions to telehealth regulation revoke temporary flexibility around state licensing and could disrupt care for both physicians and patients.

MLMIC encourages all insureds to implement protocols specific to remote patient monitoring. These preparations can help you and your patients benefit from the technology while preserving patient safety and reducing risk.

As the nature of healthcare delivery moves toward a hybrid blend of telehealth and in-person care, thoughtful policies and protocols must be created to preserve the physician-patient relationship.

The healthcare sector has changed dramatically during the COVID-19 pandemic, and many of those changes are here to stay. One of the most notable changes for dentists is the increased use of teledentistry. A study in Colombia aimed to study the impact of COVID-19 on dentists’ knowledge and attitudes toward teledentistry. Here’s what they found.

The newest issue of “The Scope: Medical Edition,” MLMIC’s risk management publication, is now available online and offers the latest health, legal, risk management and insurance information.

The proliferation of telehealth highlights the need to implement effective strategies for patient engagement. Review this Risk Management Tip from MLMIC to reinforce related policies and protocols within your practice or facility.

Telehealth use requires health systems to ensure existing policies and procedures protect patient health information and privacy.