Publications & Resources

Evolving State Regulations Limit Practice of Telehealth

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

“Hybrid Future” for Telehealth and In-Person Care Requires Thoughtful Integration of Technology

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.

Strategies to Mitigate Telehealth Security Threats

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

Update on Status of New York and Border State Regulation of Telehealth

Our insureds are encouraged to review newly enacted provisions of the Public Health Law. These amendments hold implications for our insureds related to telehealth delivery.

How to Address Pandemic-Related Patient Safety Threats

The Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality Patient Safety Network’s annual perspective summarizes COVID-19’s impact on patient safety and strategies for addressing these evolving challenges.

Strategies to Optimize Telehealth Encounters

With the rise in telehealth, physicians are advised to adopt practices that will enhance virtual patient encounters.

HHS Expands Telehealth Coverage of COVID-19 Countermeasures

HHS confirms physicians can deliver telehealth services across state lines for covered services to fight the spread of COVID-19.

Liability Considerations Related to Use of Telehealth

As telehealth use continues to rise, physicians are strongly encouraged to adopt practices that can help reduce the risk of an associated medical malpractice claim.

Key Considerations to Help Healthcare Organizations Optimize Telehealth Use

Experts have identified key themes related to telehealth they say have emerged from the COVID-19 pandemic and can help physicians optimize its use.

NYSDOH Directive for Delivering Preventive and Follow-up Care During the Pandemic

A New York State Department of Health advisory says it is critical for medical providers to continue delivering services, specifically routine preventive and follow-up care, during the COVID-19 pandemic.