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Health Insurance Competition, Choice Declining in Many U.S. Markets
Annual analysis revealed commercial insurance became more concentrated between 2014 and 2019.
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HHS Releases Latest Iteration of Antibiotic Resistance Action Plan
New edition builds on similar plan that preceded it, success hinges on proper resource allocation.
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Survey: Few Outpatient Surgery Complications During COVID-19 Pandemic
Using extra safety precautions, hundreds of ambulatory surgery centers reported on outcomes from the early days of the public health crisis.
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Medical Groups Pool Resources to Promote Behavioral, Mental Health
Collaborative supports physicians trying to overcome barriers to integrating these services into primary practice.
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Court Rules Defendants Must Face Malpractice Suit After Botched Delivery, Death of Twin
As with many medical malpractice cases, the primary issues in this case revolve around expert witnesses, who are almost always necessary and who can make or break a malpractice defense.
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Appeals Court Affirms $9.2 Million Noneconomic Damages Award in Medical Battery Case
The most important lesson for physicians and care providers from this case is to always receive fully informed consent for the actual procedure performed. Receiving consent beforehand is a prerequisite, but if the circumstances change, or if a modification to the procedure appears appropriate, seek and receive consent again.
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Do Not Intubate Orders Becoming More Common
Rates increased over time, from about one in 10 patients 20 years ago to about one in three patients in the past five years. The exact reasons for this increase remain unclear.
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Treatment Withdrawal Policies Could Harm Families
Chaplain: "Your patient is not just the person in the bed. It’s the whole family."
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Where Should Clinicians Draw the Line on ‘Grateful Patient’ Donations?
Healthcare philanthropy is an essential activity, but approaches to encourage donations must be mindful of ethical considerations and public attitudes.
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Conflicts Over Decision-Making Frequent in ICUs
Consider psychological, biological, spiritual, and social factors, and the role they play in understanding illness and healthcare delivery. Using this model, clinical ethicists can encourage dialogue between healthcare professionals caring for seriously ill patients.