Law & Malpractice

One expert shares guidance regarding what a medical practice risk analysis should include and consider.

Whether bringing in a new partner or becoming one at your medical practice, here are key issues to consider before signing any deal.

Ensuring a "chain of trust" is present with protected health information is essential for medical practices following the HIPAA Final Omnibus Rule.

Here’s a recap of the five most popular blogs of 2013 and some of the lessons each provided.

Patients expect more transparency for the cost of their healthcare, but I wonder if sharing my practice's fees and contracted rates will violate RICO.

Look no further than a recent report on copy-paste functions for proof that HHS does not understand EHRs. Here's where they are missing the mark.

With greater regularity, physicians and hospitals are receiving letters requesting proof of collection, or a sufficient attempt to collect, patient fees.

Thinking about bringing on a new partner at your medical practice? Thinking about becoming a partner? Here are key issues to consider.

Here are four major changes regarding business associates and HIPAA medical practices must know about to reduce risk and penalties.

As peak flu season quickly approaches, so do potential malpractice pitfalls associated with it. Here's how to mitigate those risks.

What do you think of CMS' plans to extend the deadline for providers to show that they've met the Stage 2 criteria for meaningful use? Weigh in on our poll.

In preparing for 2014, make sure you consider the changes in the benefits your practice may offer.

Considering employment as a locum tenens physician? Selecting the right staffing agency will help ensure a positive experience.

The extension of Stage 2, announced Friday, shouldn't change physicians' attestation plans.

The Drug Quality and Security Act is important to physicians, both as prescribers and as passive investors in compounding pharmacies.

Experts on enterprise risk management and your medical practice, the changing dynamic of risk, and the effect on human capital.

Some tips on having patient finance discussions at your medical practice.

Physicians without proper opioid prescribing policies may unknowingly help patients engage in illegal activities, and they could face liability issues.

Dismissing a patient from your medical practice without taking the proper precautions can raise ethical and legal problems.

The changes that come with Stage 2 of meaningful use and ICD-10 are just at the tip of a change iceberg. Here's how to strategize going forward.

Payers are cracking down on routine copay waivers. Here's what your practice needs to know.

Medical practices need to understand how whistle-blower lawsuits work and how the government decides which cases to pursue.

Make sure the locum tenens staffing company your medical practice is considering provides these three essential services to better protect your business.

Physicians need to talk with advisers about the new ethical and business dilemmas that will be posed by high-deductible insurance plans.