Preparing a Facility for Maternal Health Emergencies
This case study highlights risk reduction strategies facilities can use to prepare for and address maternal health emergencies.
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Apr 30, 2024
Mislabeled Diagnostic Specimens Risk
A clinical laboratory team that provides diagnostic evaluation of specimens sent in from multiple practices noticed an increase in tissue specimens arriving mislabeled.
Orthopedic Surgery: Patient Selection and Communication
This study analyzed 1559 closed medical malpractice claims and suits (814 ambulatory, 745 inpatient) from the loss years of 2011 to 2021 in which orthopedic surgeons were the major responsible service.
Telehealth Coverage
Coverage for insured medical practices complementing care through virtual visits and for organizations offering 100 percent virtual visits without an established patient-physician relationship, where permitted by law.
Video Feb 10, 2026
How Is AI Changing Malpractice Insurance and Risk?
Artificial intelligence (AI) is becoming an increasingly important consideration in professional liability.
Jun 17, 2022
RCA2: Improving Root Cause Analyses
James P. Bagian, MD, PE, co-chaired a panel with the National Patient Safety Foundation to improve how we can learn from adverse events and unsafe conditions.
Aug 27, 2024
Spotlight on Grants: Identifying and Mitigating Patient Safety Risks Associated With Telehealth Referrals
The Doctors Company Foundation supported a project to help practitioners identify and mitigate risks when referring telehealth patients to in-person care.
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Learning From Medical Oncology Malpractice Claims
By reviewing closed malpractice claims involving the medical oncology specialty, our study aims to gain insights into factors affecting cancer care and treatment.
Hip and Knee Replacement Malpractice Risks
The literature related to malpractice claims comparing inpatient and ambulatory knee and hip replacements has so far been limited. Therefore, the purpose of this novel study was to explore potential differences between the two settings in malpractice claims for surgery.
Reset the Medical Malpractice Insurance Conversation
After speaking with more than 800 doctors, practice managers, and group administrators nationwide, it’s clear that it’s time to reset the conversation around medical malpractice insurance.
