Law & Malpractice

Defensive planning tactics to have a safe and profitable year.

As reported to the The Institute for Safe Medication Practices (ISMP).

Plans you can prepare, and risks to avoid, this year.

Four new exceptions and four new safe harbors proposed.

Technology, legislation, and more.

Why practices must provide patients with their records-or face the consequences.

There are ethical and legal considerations before accepting anything.

Takeaways from a recent False Claims Act Settlement and a CMS Final Rule.

New rule will add scrutiny to practices to disclose affiliations they have with providers ruled as 'bad actors' by CMS.

A medical board complaint can be just as serious as a malpractice lawsuit. A defense attorney advises on how to respond to medical board complaints, and we list some common mistakes physicians must avoid.

Don’t fall victim to a tax reduction scam targeting physicians

Follow these steps if you receive a CID.

Five considerations for physician practices

Wise and careful use of electronic records can save the day in case of malpractice suits

These much-anticipated proposed rules are aimed at removing regulatory barriers to coordinated and value-based care.

Social media usage by physicians is at an all-time high, but it brings new risks with it

Prosecutors have gotten aggressive in their use of the Travel Act to pursue physicians and other providers for fraud, including those paid by private insurers.

Mothers have a right to breastfeed in public - and in your practice, so find a way to make mothers, other patients and staff comfortable.

A recent False Claims Act settlement and a healthcare fraud takedown in Texas highlight the need for compliance and vigilance.

Social media is a great way to connect with other physicians and patients, but it’s also a platform where you could injure a third party’s reputation or where someone could injure yours. Learn what defamation is and when you might need to seek legal counsel.

The law requires patients have access to their medical records in a timely fashion and at a nominal fee. Is your practice in a position to comply?

Most physician compensation structures must comply with Stark laws. The danger is that practices may be in violation without realizing it, putting themselves at risk of fines and exclusion from Medicare and Medicaid.

You protect yourself against medical malpractice, but are you protected against medical board complaints?

Recent cases underscore that what a medical director is paid must be of fair market value and the CMS duty requirements must be met.