Using AI to Automate the Patient Referral Process
One of the greatest challenges for healthcare professionals with the rising influence of AI in healthcare is how to safely adopt the technology and integrate it into the treatment experience. During TDC Group’s 2024 Executive Advisory Board Meeting, Meg Burke Dingae, MHSA, Chief Digital Officer, Montage Health, discusses how her team is using AI to assist in the referral process.
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Patient Safety Strategies for Hospitalists
Hospitalists face liability risks based on their diverse roles as an inpatient’s attending physician, covering physician, consultant, supervising physician, and/or co-manager. Common problems include confusion regarding the hospitalist’s responsibilities in the patient care continuum and miscommunication during different phases of inpatient care.
Tribute Plan Milestone: $175 Million Distributed
The Doctors Company, the nation’s largest physician-owned medical malpractice insurer, part of TDC Group, announced today that it has now distributed more than $175 million in Tribute® Plan awards to almost 14,000 members.
Team-Building INSIGHT Program
Team-Building INSIGHT utilizes a proven framework developed by the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ). It is rooted in more than 20 years of research into how to create highly effective teams. As you implement this phased program, you and your team will have the guidance of Master Trainers, certified professionals who are trained in how to apply teamwork principles.
Patient Safety Strategies for Surrogate Births
Surrogate pregnancies present unique challenges that require planning and clear communication.
November 14, 2025, Digital Health Association
The Doctors Company Wins Fall 2025 Digital Health Award
The Doctors Company is honored to win a Fall 2025 Digital Health Award for our report "The Future of Healthcare Survey: Facing Diminished Trust, Doctors Question Their Calling."
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.
Poor Response to Patient Concerns: Dental Claim
We offer actionable strategies that can help dental professionals enhance communication and documentation skills.
Ophthalmology Claims: Informed Consent
Patients may experience a variety of complications from ophthalmologic procedures. The Doctors Company examined closed ophthalmology malpractice claims to gain insights into patient safety issues and strategies to mitigate risk.
Referral and Negligent Referral in a Dental Practice
We outline actionable strategies to help dental professionals keep patients safe and avoid potential liability when referring patients to specialty providers.
