Healthcare Risk Management – September 1, 2002
September 1, 2002
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Risk managers at the crossroads: Take advantage of opportunities
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A big leap forward is in offing for risk managers
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High-reliability orgs thrive on info, proactivity
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Increased deductible use prompts strategy change
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E-mail, other computer use may increase liability risk
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Guidelines urge physicians to respect patients’ privacy
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E-mail system can triage, allay communications fears
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Deaths, injuries often come from multiple failures
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Audio conferences tackle critical compliance issues
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Clinical trials harmed by lack of informed consent
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Legal Review & Commentary: A failure to communicate leads to an $880,000 verdict