Law & Malpractice

CMS’ Stage 2 proposal may be just a few days, or even just a few hours, away. Are you ready?

Docs cheered when CMS said it plans to “re-examine” its ICD-10 transition timeframe, but will the deadline for implementing the new code-set actually be extended?

Every now and then, I see a patient who reminds me why I chose to do what I do and why I do it the way that I do it.

Have you given much thought to Stage 2 of the government’s EHR incentive program? Here’s why it should be top of mind.

Driving skills: learning to navigate the road to a successful medical career

You've heard all the guidance about the importance of good patient relations and documentation as a way to avoid a malpractice suit. But now, you think you may have a problem. Here's what to do.

As it turns out, e-prescribing may be linked with improved patient outcomes and medication-compliance rates.

Here's how your medical practice should build a plan for the looming transition from ICD-9 to ICD-10 in 2014.

Although most malpractice claims are meritless, lawsuits are apparently becoming more common. And, suing doctors is getting easier to finance.

Two years of running my private practice has taught me a great deal, such as “paperless” is a fantasy.

Trends to watch out for (and prepare for) in 2012 as the shift from volume to value progresses.

Practice Notes blogger J. Scott Litton, Jr., recently wrote about his meaningful use attestation experience.

As the market for EHRs has grown, so has the market for mobile voice dictation technology.

After all is said, the meaningful use attestation process was not as bad as I had originally suspected.

As the healthcare field is changing, hiring tendencies are changing as well.

I'd like a resolution that would be of some general use and also help me do a better job making decisions about EHRs.

Getting that first incentive check hasn't been without a few obstacles. Here's how to bypass common headaches.

These days, everything from EHRs to PM systems are available via cloud computing. Is it time to ditch the servers and join the movement?

At practices, technology is hotter than ever, with 20 percent of physicians using media tablets. And that’s just the beginning.

In this video, Adam Greene discusses how to balance promotion of mobile health devices while still being aware of privacy and security issues.

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has delayed the implementation of Stage 2 of its “meaningful use” program by one year.

Use of Regional Extension Centers proves providers are committed to achieving meaningful use.

What you need to do, see, hear, and understand before signing anything.

Jonathan Bush, head at athena health, shares his views on how hard it is to prove meaningful use and why it can be easy to connect with other providers.

When developing a concierge approach for your medical practice, there are six things I recommend doing first.

In this video, Robert Tennant of the MGMA discusses key areas of privacy and breach notification for private practices.

Adding ancillary services can be a great way to better service your patients and increase practice income. But do it the right way.

Why physician Katharina Scharruhn thinks about the public's view of doctors and the image she wishes they would see as diametrically opposed.

What do you think - will EHRs mean better care for your practice's patients?

Despite efforts to educate all clients that any payment for referrals is illegal, kickbacks continue to be paid.