The Health Law Firm Blog

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

Board Certified by The Florida Bar in Health Law In a precedent-setting case, on November 9, 2022, for the first time, a New Jersey appeals court ruled that plaintiffs in medical malpractice cases do not need an affidavit of merit before filing a claim against a licensed [.]. Indest III, J.D.,

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MedTrainer

MARCH 27, 2025

Legal Liabilities & Malpractice Risks When provider data management mistakes result in a lapsed license or missed exclusion, organizations can face malpractice lawsuits or contract disputes. In addition to the fines and non-payment, your staff might be burdened with more visits, reviews, and requirements.

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Physician Credentialing Company

JANUARY 17, 2025

Here are certain situations and entities who may require a COI in healthcare: HealthcareProviders: A COI showing medical malpractice insurance or professional liability coverage may be required for doctors, nurses, therapists, and other healthcare professionals.

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Verisys

APRIL 3, 2025

As a centralized hub of critical practitioner data, the NPDB serves as a powerful ally in provider credentialing , helping hospitals, medical boards, and institutions verify backgrounds, track malpractice claims, and ensure regulatory compliance. What Is the National Practitioner Data Bank (NPDB)?

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Verisys

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

This process typically includes: Verification of medical education and training Confirmation of board certifications Review of malpractice history Checking state medical licenses Its not just about initial credentialing, though. This due diligence can significantly reduce malpractice claims risk and protect patients and institutions.

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Bill of Health

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

The longer the pandemic continues, the more obvious it is how effective the sweeping federal and state laws shielding medical providers from malpractice associated with COVID-19 have been. By Jennifer S. Few cases have been brought, and so far there is no record of successful judgements or settlements.

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Med Law Blog

AUGUST 23, 2023

In summary, when negotiating a physician contract, it is important to pay attention to the restrictive covenants, contract term and termination, malpractice coverage, compensation, and plan for the worst-case scenario. It is necessary to take the time to carefully review and negotiate your physician contract.

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Verisys

MARCH 6, 2025

Consider a hospital hiring a new physician based on an old record that doesnt reflect a recent malpractice claimthis oversight can lead to severe legal and reputational consequences. Inadequate Data Validation Without proper validation processes, organizations risk relying on outdated or incorrect information.

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MedTrainer

MARCH 30, 2024

Explain any gaps longer than six months Statement of work limitations, license history, and sanctions Only required if you are applying to join UnitedHealthcare’s Medicare and Medicaid plans W-9 form Hospital staff privileges Gather Payer-Specific Requirements Active errors/omissions (malpractice) insurance or state-approved alternative Malpractice (..)

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The Health Law Firm Blog

MARCH 11, 2024

By: George F. Indest III, J.D., Board Certified by The Florida Bar in Health Law and Hartley Brooks, Law Clerk, The Health Law Firm On November 22, 2023, the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania unanimously decided that a serial killer cannot sue his psychiatrist for gross negligence because the action is barred by the [.]

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The Health Law Firm Blog

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

By: George F. Indest III, J.D., Board Certified by The Florida Bar in Health Law and Hartley Brooks, Law Clerk, The Health Law Firm On November 22, 2023, the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania unanimously decided that a serial killer cannot sue his psychiatrist for gross negligence because the action is barred by the [.]

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Verisys

MARCH 6, 2025

Mitigating Risks for Healthcare Organizations By verifying that all providers are properly credentialed, organizations minimize the potential for malpractice claims, legal disputes, and reputational damage.

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MedTrainer

AUGUST 2, 2023

Thoroughly reviewing and verifying credentials helps organizations identify any gaps or issues that may pose risks to patient safety, such as expired licenses or malpractice claims. Fines, medical malpractice claims, and patient harm are concerns if credentialing isn’t properly managed. Risk Mitigation.

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The Health Law Firm Blog

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

By George F. Indest III, J.D., Board Certified by The Florida Bar in Health Law and Hartley Brooks, Law Clerk, The Health Law Firm On July 18, 2023, a federal judge in North Carolina granted a motion to dismiss a suit against Naval Hospital Camp Lejeune based on a state law four-year time [.]

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The Health Law Firm Blog

MARCH 26, 2024

By George F. Indest III, J.D., Board Certified by The Florida Bar in Health Law On September 29, 2021, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit ruled that a former federal employee can sue the United States under the Federal Tort Claims Act (FTCA). The suit alleges medical negligence that occurred [.]

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The Health Law Firm Blog

JUNE 14, 2024

Proper documentation of client treatment records is crucial for defending against malpractice lawsuits, licensing board complaints, ethics complaints and Medicare or [.]

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Physician Credentialing Company

DECEMBER 9, 2024

Also read this blog to know what is medical credentialing exactly ? Credential Verification A medical bachelor’s degree, medical state license, training certifications, and malpractice insurance are required as basic documents to practice medicine in the US. So, read our blog to know why Credentialing is necessary ?

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Verisys

DECEMBER 29, 2024

This includes verifying education, residency, employment history, malpractice insurance, hospital privileges, and board certifications. It plays a key role in reducing malpractice risks, preventing fraud, and verifying that healthcare professionals have the necessary training and clinical experience to perform their duties.

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The Health Law Firm Blog

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

Board Certified by The Florida Bar in Health Law Many nurses, nurse practitioners, and certified registered nurse anesthetists (CRNAs) carry professional malpractice insurance through NORCAL Mutual Insurance or one of the other similar insurance companies. Indest III, J.D., This insurance is inexpensive and provides excellent coverage.

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MedTrainer

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

Would you want a provider whos been disbarred due to patient abuse or malpractice providing your care? Working with individuals and entities on the exclusion list also vastly compromises patient safety. We wouldnt either.

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McBrayer Law Blog

JULY 3, 2024

Posted In Department of Health and Human Services' Office of Civil Rights , HIPAA , Medical Malpractice , Medical Residents Leaving medical school and entering residency is a daunting transition in the career of a new physician, presenting a new set of legal rules and requirements, including employment contracts and malpractice liabilities.

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Physician Credentialing Company

JUNE 12, 2024

This blog post will delve deeper into these issues and help you navigate the credentialing process with insurance companies more effectively. You will need to gather and submit documents such as your medical license, malpractice insurance, and board certifications. Then, background checks are conducted.

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MedTrainer

MAY 7, 2024

This blog will highlight how credentialers can navigate UnitedHealthcare provider enrollment. Completing UnitedHealthcare provider enrollment is no different. Credentialers understand the importance of working with insurance payers to ensure smooth and timely reimbursement. It’s a challenge.

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Verisys

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

This includes verifying qualifications, submitting proof of malpractice insurance , and ensuring compliance with all healthcare regulatory compliance standards. court documents, dismissals) for all malpractice/disciplinary actions OR completion of appropriate explanation form (if applicable).

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The Health Law Firm Blog

DECEMBER 31, 2022

By George F. Indest III, J.D., Board Certified by The Florida Bar in Health Law On September 29, 2021, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit ruled that a former federal employee can sue the United States under the Federal Tort Claims Act (FTCA). The suit alleges medical negligence that occurred [.].

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MedTrainer

MARCH 22, 2024

In this blog, we’ll highlight how to navigate Cigna provider enrollment. As a healthcare provider, you understand the importance of working with insurance payers to ensure smooth and timely reimbursement. The challenge is meeting each payer’s unique provider credentialing and enrollment process.

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Pharmacy Law Blog

APRIL 30, 2018

It may be begun because a patient files s medical malpractice lawsuit. This is part 1 of a 2 part blog series. Follow the rules for professional correspondence, that I wrote about in a prior blog about this. I will continue these tips in Part 2 of this blog. It may be begun because of an unexpected adverse outcome.

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Physician Credentialing Company

DECEMBER 20, 2024

It acts as a shield against malpractice claims under the False Claim Act. Permanent New Recruit Medical credentialing is a complex and time-consuming process, and every new recruit must go through this process to confirm his legitimacy for practicing. In order to stay aligned with medical practice, they need to see patients and work.

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McBrayer Law Blog

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022

More > Tags: cosmetology , dermatology , esthetic salons , Kentucky Board of Cosmetology , Kentucky Board of Medical Licensure , Kentucky Board of Nursing , medical esthetic services , Medical Malpractice , Medical spas , medispas.

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Verisys

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Credentialing lapses can expose a healthcare organization to malpractice suits and accreditation problems. This creates the potential for negative patient outcomes, which can lead to expensive malpractice lawsuits. Thorough and ongoing physician screening is critical to avoid costly negligent credentialing and malpractice claims.

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Verisys

AUGUST 31, 2023

Here are seven red flags to look out for and the reasons why: Incomplete or inconsistent application: Missing or conflicting data regarding education, training, work history, licensure, or malpractice history might indicate false information or attempts to conceal relevant details.

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Physician Credentialing Company

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

Steps for Insurance Credentialing We are just mentioning the useful steps for Credentialing Process in this blog, because there already a well-written and informative blog as well as visual flow chart for credentialing process so you can check them out to have a perfect idea. This signifies professionalism and credibility.

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Provider Trust

JULY 8, 2022

Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and contains medical malpractice payments and adverse action reports on healthcare professionals. The National Practitioner Data Bank (NPDB) is a confidential information clearinghouse operated by the U.S. For more information, view the webinar on demand.

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Physician Credentialing Company

JULY 15, 2024

By validating staff competence, it reduces the likelihood of malpractice claims and legal issues. It also involves checking for any disciplinary actions or malpractice history. Risk Management: Reduces the likelihood of malpractice claims and other legal issues, thereby protecting the organization from potential risks.

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Verisys

AUGUST 17, 2023

Mitigating liability and legal risks Malpractice claims and legal disputes can financially and emotionally drain healthcare providers and organizations. Medical staff service teams typically check at least half a dozen primary sources to properly verify a healthcare provider’s credentials.

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HealthStream

MAY 24, 2019

For organizations, burnout translates to increased turnover, lost productivity, and increased malpractice lawsuits” (Plemmons, 2018). Plemmons, Joy, “2 Remedies for Reducing Burnout Among Healthcare Workers,” Gallup Blog, March 13, 2018, Retrieved at [link]. References. Download the full article here.

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Verisys

APRIL 3, 2025

Faster Verification Automated systems instantly verify licenses , certifications, and malpractice history by pulling data from authoritative sources in secondssomething that would take human credentialing teams weeks to complete. Lets dive deeper and break down its key benefits.

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