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ADA enforcement actions taken against local practices for alleged disability discrimination offer learning opportunities for your practice.
ADA enforcement actions taken against local practices for alleged disability discrimination offer learning opportunities for your practice.
Advertisements for prescription drugs are starting to include methods to get a medication online which could increase MPL risk.
When patients request corrections of their medical records, practices need to respond to these requests.
Having a sincere discussion with a patient after an adverse event can be important while also knowing what will be confidential under your state...
Responsible opioid prescribing and monitoring involves checking state databases before prescribing and maintaining opioid prescribing competency.
Running a practice requires support but it is important to understand the liability for the actions of your medical assistants on staff in Utah.
Running a practice requires support but it is important to understand the liability for the actions of your medical assistants on staff in Nevada.
Running a practice requires support but it is important to understand the liability for the actions of your medical assistants on staff in Arizona.
Medical assistants and other unlicensed, non-nurse personnel should never call themselves “nurses” as it comes with serious possible penalties.
Treating complaints with prompt action can lead to patients feeling more positive about their experience and offer your practice valuable lessons.
Establishing a relationship with a business attorney or a health care law firm can save your practice time and money in the long run.
If your practice is looking to launch a new telehealth program or strengthen your current, this guide was designed to help no matter where your...
Arizona’s new breast implant law was made effective this year which requires physicians to provide very specific information and consent form to...
The FDA issued an order for breast surgeons that will add to their required responsibilities for informed consent from patients.
Having a gap in your medical malpractice coverage is an oversight that comes with potential repercussions.
In Nevada, what are the best practices for informed consent with patients in order to protect your practice in case of a medical malpractice lawsuit?
In Arizona, what are the best practices for informed consent with patients in order to protect your practice in case of a medical malpractice lawsuit?
In Utah, what are the best practices for informed consent with patients in order to protect your practice in case of a medical malpractice lawsuit?
The U.S. Supreme Court has now given the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services the green light to enforce the Interim Final Rule in every state.
What are your legal rights as a practice owner if a patient brings a firearm into your medical office in Arizona?
What are your legal rights as a practice owner if a patient brings a firearm into your medical office in Utah?
Questions to consider when selecting medical professional liability insurance to find a carrier that will best protect your practice.
An explanation of what is covered under HIPAA Privacy Rule when it comes to asking your patients about their status on vaccinations.
Thoughts to consider when writing new or revising current vaccination safety policies and procedures at your practice.
These laws generally permit expressions of apology and condolences to promote a safe area for sincere human interaction without legal consequences.
Medical board investigations or requests of patient records should be handled with the same care as medical professional liability lawsuits.
A vaccination clinic is an opportunity for patients to stay current on routine vaccinations -- here are guidelines and considerations for planning.
Insight about if a physician can provide telemedical care to a patient that is located in another state at the time of the encounter.
Every practice is a potential target for a ransomware attack and the cost can be enormous -- there are steps to take to be better protected.
The following steps will prepare you to notify the group and your patients of your decision and help you minimize your medical professional risk.
In an Arizona, a "traditional" physician- or advanced health care professional-patient relationship activates the duty to provide reasonable care.
Considerations when a discharged patients want to keep already scheduled appointments or make new appointments with the physician or clinician.
Expanding Arizona patients’ access to telehealth and allowing practitioners licensed in other states to provide virtual care to patients in Arizona.
Arizona implemented a statutory telemedicine informed consent requirement in 2012.
The Utah Administrative Code requires clinicians to verify the patient’s identity and location prior to each telehealth encounter.
Telemedicine is a new alternative to in-person appointments, but not all patients and present conditions are a good fit for each appointment.
Promoting with empathy, understanding, and a strong recommendation.
Make sure to confirm credentials and vaccination competency of practice staff, thorough documentation and follow steps for needlestick prevention.
The basic mandates of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (“HIPAA”) Privacy Rule.
Recommendations to help a practice from running afoul of the Right of Access requirements.
Engagement techniques and strategies to help with improving professionalism, high quality & engaging telemedicine visits.