ED Management – December 1, 2015
December 1, 2015
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A New Focus on Diagnostic Errors
A lengthy report calls for large, systemic changes, including liability reforms, new mechanisms to facilitate provider feedback.
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Adequate number of clinicians on usability tests lacking, says study
Experts say more clinicians need to be willing to participate in EMR usability tests, document and report challenges to vendors.
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DOJ turns up heat on individuals for illegal coding/billing practices
By extending accountability to individuals who knowingly participated in corporate misconduct, the Department of Justice hopes to increase the amount of employee participation in corporate investigations.
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TJC: Time to curb patient falls in healthcare settings
While falls in the ED are not uncommon, experts note that the environment presents some unique challenges.