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Perinatal Software Plays a Large Role in OB Safety
The clinical benefits of perinatal software are well known to those who work in labor and delivery, but the risk management potential can be underestimated.
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Pharmacy Claims Report Shows 100% Cost Increase
The cost of defending complaints against pharmacists accused of misconduct has increased more than 100% in the past 10 years, according to a recent report.
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Avoid Liability from Patient Elopement
Patient elopement is a major threat to patient safety, particularly with the most vulnerable patients. Any resulting injury or death could bring liability to the healthcare facility. The risk requires careful adherence to proper policies and procedures, along with the use of some physical precautions that can reduce the risk of elopement.
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Three Common Missteps to Avoid with Med Mal Cases
Medical malpractice allegations can set off a cascade of obligations and possible pitfalls, and it can seem like there is too much to handle all at once. Paying attention to three potential missteps can ease some of the burden.
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EMTALA Still Poses Challenges After All These Years
EMTALA has encouraged the safe care of emergent patients since 1986, yet it still poses significant compliance challenges and hospitals are cited for violations. Understanding the potential pitfalls and best practices can help healthcare organizations avoid serious consequences.
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Appellate Court Affirms Jury’s Verdict in Favor of Hospital and Physician
Medical negligence claims hinge on three primary components: defining the standard of care, the failure to meet this standard, and directly linking any negligence to the sustained injury. In this case, the chief point of contention was whether the physician breached the standard of care when he removed a limited amount of prostatic tissue.
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Appellate Court Affirms $42 Million Award for Medical Negligence Despite Evidentiary Errors
For medical professionals and the broader healthcare community, this case highlights several interesting issues.
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Difficult EHRs Less Likely to Catch Medical Errors
Electronic health records that are difficult to use are less likely to catch medical errors, according to a new report.
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President’s Group on Patient Safety Publishes Recommendations
The President’s Council of Advisors on Science and Technology recently released its findings and recommendations on patient safety in a report that outlines how “patient safety is an urgent national public health issue.”
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How to Identify and Defend Against Malicious Lawsuits
Every lawsuit against a healthcare provider is costly and time-consuming, even if the defendant prevails in the end. But it is especially frustrating when it seems there was never any legitimacy to the action. Determining when a plaintiff’s actions constitute a malicious lawsuit can be difficult — and the recourse for the defendant may be limited.