Physicians Practice Pearls®

Self-employed physicians and medical practice owners face a variety of risks including medical malpractice claims. We continue our discussion of the numbers and facts behind these lawsuits.

Recent attacks encouraged new guidelines from the National Institute for Standards and Technology (NIST).

Pay off debt in a smart way to make sure that it doesn't cost you any more than it needs to.

While physicians face many financial and legal risks, the elephant in the room is always your professional liability and the risk of a malpractice lawsuit. We start an in-depth look at the facts about these lawsuits including where they happen, who they happen to, and what they cost.

A few notable items seemingly intersect with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).

When considering the treatment of minors, as well as the release of the related protected health information, there are considerations not to overlook.

Memorial Day begins the “100 Deadliest Days”.

A high-level overview of what goodwill is and how it factors (or doesn’t factor) into a medical practice sale.

Though recent survey data suggests fewer physicians are choosing private practice, the data may be misleading. Hospital or private practice employment should only be chosen after carefully weighing the pros and cons of each.

For those looking for a new job, the following are some key considerations that might limit potential for burnout.

Covered entities should be balancing a patient’s right to request his/her medical records or designated record set in a particular electronic format with an unacceptable level of security risk to the covered entity’s systems.

Here is what luxury homeowners, buyers, and sellers need to know about construction costs, closing delays, insurance, and why you are probably under-insured for the loss or damage of your home.

Three surefire signs you need to hire one.

Viewed through the lens of the prosecutor and the government’s expert

Asset protection, insurance, compliance, and risk management.

In light of a major insurance company recently being hit with ransomware, the importance of protection, detection, and correction cannot be over emphasized.

Anything short of twelve months and you will almost always find yourself on the losing side of the transaction.

Risks that threaten doctor’s financial solvency take many forms and require serious personal and professional risk management in multiple areas.

Technical, administrative, and physical safeguards need to be implemented in accordance with the Security Rule; NIST standards are preferrable.

While a great way to market your practice’s name, brand, and showcase providers, think through these legal and compliance issues first.

How you can begin transitioning your practice to your children.

We examine some important basics on how to document your losses and make an effective insurance claim.

This year, you need more sleep. With the coronavirus dominating headlines and physicians always encouraging us to be physically active and eat healthy, it’s easy to forget the benefits of getting a good night’s sleep.

As 2021 begins, it presents both familiar risks and new challenges never experienced in the lifetimes of most Americans. We start the year by reviewing key measures to help you to manage and survive both.

If you engage in these behaviors, closely review your relationships with such companies, as well as the types of events at which you have been speaking.

In addition to focusing on value-based care, the Stark Law and Anti-kickback Statute (AKS) Final Rules alter several decades of safeguards, as long as certain parameters are met. This is Part II of a three-part series.

Two dimensions in which physician expectations were out of line with the reality of the job.

Legal, security, and liability issues developing on a daily basis.