Requests to Amend a Medical or Dental Record
Patients have the right to request amendments to their medical or dental records, but practitioners have the right to determine if the changes will be made. Following the guidelines presented here can help ensure clear communication and documentation.
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Medical Liability Advocacy Guide for Clinicians
You, as clinicians, have a frontline perspective that elected officials value to educate them to make informed decisions on policy. Here are helpful tips about the process and how to approach interactions with legislators and policymakers.
Moderate or Conscious Sedation in the Office Setting
Prevent patient injury when providing moderate sedation in the office by incorporating these patient safety and practice improvement strategies.
July 07, 2023, MDLinx
An Indiana Healthcare Provider Mailed Test Results to the Wrong Patient: Is it malpractice?
Nichole M. Pieters, MS, RN, CEN, CPHQ, CPPS, Patient Safety Risk Manager, The Doctors Company, part of TDC Group, provides strategies to enhance patient privacy.
July 10, 2025, Inside Medical Liability
MPL Case: Inadequate Informed Consent and Documentation Creates Challenges in Dentistry
Dental malpractice claims are often not merely the result of individual oversights but reflect broader systemic issues, such as lapses in infection control, documentation, and patient assessment protocols. Establishing and maintaining strong practice processes for patient communication, informed consent, and documentation can help improve patient safety and protect the practice from liability.
Healthcare Staffing Shortages: Decrease Practice Risks
Ongoing staffing shortages negatively influence the quality and depth of many primary and support roles throughout the healthcare workforce. The scarcity of employees has also contributed to elevated levels of stress and burnout.
Malpractice Defense Tips for Clinicians
Although the majority of healthcare practitioners will face a malpractice claim, few are prepared when served with a lawsuit.
Suicide Risk Screening in Primary Care
At any given time, some of your patients are having thoughts of suicide. Effective suicide prevention requires a comprehensive approach.
Manage Patient Distraction During Telehealth Visits
Distracted patient behaviors during telehealth visits can affect the practitioner’s ability to establish rapport and provide safe, effective patient care.
Continuing Education INSIGHT Program
For healthcare professionals, keeping up with the changes and advances in your field is a lifelong challenge. The Doctors Company offers continuing education courses for providers, dentists, nurses, practice managers, advanced practice clinicians, and other staff across a broad range of subjects.
