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Change for the Medical Malpractice Compensation System in England?

Bill of Health

The committee has recently conducted an inquiry into NHS litigation reform and has now published its report, which contains controversial reform proposals for medical malpractice litigation, or what is termed in the UK, “clinical negligence litigation.” The post Change for the Medical Malpractice Compensation System in England?

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8 Common Clinical Documentation Mistakes

Compliancy Group

Clinical documentation mistakes can lead to declining patient care and a lack of compliance within your practice. We discuss the most common clinical documentation mistakes and provide tips on how to avoid making them. You should use standardized forms and terminology when recording information to ensure accurate documentation.

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The Importance of Retaining Mental Health Records

The Health Law Firm Blog

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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Cost of Credentialing with Insurance Companies: Key Expenses and Considerations

Physician Credentialing Company

You will need to gather and submit documents such as your medical license, malpractice insurance, and board certifications. Key Documents Required Medical license Board certifications Malpractice insurance Malpractice insurance Completing these steps correctly is crucial for a smooth credentialing experience.

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Why Is Credentialing Management Software Important?

MedTrainer

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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Allegheny County Medical Society Bulleting Article on Contracting Essentials for all Physicians, Especially Residents and Fellows

Med Law Blog

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. This is a critical document that will set the terms of your employment for years to come.

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Litigation and Patient Safety: The Importance of Good Communication Strategies

Bill of Health

Improvements in communication processes, documentation, and record keeping can improve patient care and reduce the incidence of malpractice litigation and patient complaints. In discussing strategies to reduce the incidence of medical malpractice litigation and to improve patient care it is a useful to go back to basics.