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Sep 19, 2022
Industry and Company News
Announcements during the third quarter of 2022 include a new board appointment plus a new product.
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Medical Malpractice Insurance for Physicians, Surgeons, and Groups
The Doctors Company, the nation’s largest physician-owned medical malpractice insurer, delivers superior medical malpractice insurance coverage. Benefits include free tail coverage, risk management expertise, and cyber protection.

Jun 18, 2021
Study of Emergency Department Diagnosis Case Type Malpractice Claims: Abstract
Jacqueline Ross, RN, PhD, Coding Director, Department of Patient Safety and Risk Management
A study of diagnosis-type closed medical malpractice claims from care that occurred in the ED from 2014 through the second quarter of 2019 using closed coded claims from The Doctors Company.

Apr 01, 2022
Analysis of Cerebrovascular Accidents and Malpractice Claims
Shelley Rizzo, MSN, CPHRM, Senior Patient Safety Risk Manager, The Doctors Company
Because cerebrovascular accidents can happen at any time and in any location, it is imperative that all members of the healthcare team are able to recognize and respond to symptoms in a timely manner.

Mar 17, 2021
The Pathology Report: Reducing Malpractice Risk
David B. Troxel, MD, Medical Consultant to The Doctors Company
It is essential that the pathology report accurately document everything that a pathologist does with regard to evaluating and diagnosing a specimen—and it is particularly important to document the rationale for critical decision making.

Nov 29, 2021
Industry and Company News
The fourth quarter of 2021 included announcements about our healthcare leader summit, Fitch Rating’s affirmation of our “A” ratings, and recognition for CME offerings from the Accreditation Council for Continuing Education.
From The Doctor’s Advocate

Jan 28, 2021
Missed Diagnosis of Spinal Epidural Abscess
David B. Troxel, MD, Medical Consultant to The Doctors Company
Spinal epidural abscess requires prompt diagnosis and treatment to prevent serious neurological complications.

Jul 01, 2023
Are You Prepared for a Medicare Recovery Audit Contractor (RAC) Audit?
Kathleen Stillwell, MPA/HSA, RN, Senior Patient Safety Risk Manager, The Doctors Company
RAC audits can be triggered by innocent documentation errors. These strategies can help you assess your risk for coding and billing errors and establish compliance and practice standards.

Quality Oncology Practice Initiative (QOPI) Certification Program
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Risk Management and Education