The Health Law Firm

MARCH 19, 2021

Board Certified by The Florida Bar in Health Law On October 28, 2020, a Florida appeals court tossed out a medical malpractice suit accusing a University of Miami doctor of providing negligent treatment at a public teaching hospital. Indest III, J.D., Background of the Suit.

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Healthcare IT Today

DECEMBER 22, 2021

If you think back 10-15 years, the health system of today is quite different than the one we knew then. There’s been an explosion of technology implemented in healthcare. Plus, thanks to COVID, telehealth has exploded too. As is usually, the case, the laws around these technologies haven’t really kept up with the pace of […].

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The Health Law Firm Blog

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

Board Certified by The Florida Bar in Health Law and Hartley Brooks, Law Clerk, The Health Law Firm On July 18, 2023, a federal judge in North Carolina granted a motion to dismiss a suit against Naval Hospital Camp Lejeune based on a state law four-year time [.] Indest III, J.D.,

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The Health Law Firm

MAY 14, 2019

It applies to all types of tort injuries but medical malpractice cases by military doctors and hospitals have caused the most concern and discussion. The doctrine prevents active duty military service members from suing the government in court for injuries that are "incident to military service."

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Bill of Health

OCTOBER 28, 2022

The Care Quality Commission (CQC), Chief Inspector of Hospitals stated : “Despite this preventability, the number of Never Events has not fallen. NHS Resolution is a special NHS Health Authority that manages litigation claims made against NHS hospitals and other types of health organizations, among several other functions.

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Verisys

JANUARY 19, 2022

By outsourcing medical credentialing, hospitals can significantly reduce their costs. According to recent surveys of major metropolitan hospitals , departments that typically share the responsibility for credentialing include: The Compliance Office. million dollars for an average-sized hospital. Follow us on LinkedIn.

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MedTrainer

MAY 7, 2024

Note: The timeline depends on response times from medical schools, residencies, specialty boards, and hospitals. After receiving a completed application, the company performs primary source verification before presenting the request for participation to the credentialing committee.

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The Health Law Firm

OCTOBER 27, 2021

lawsuit against a Seattle VA hospital can proceed. The suit alleges medical negligence that occurred during psychiatric treatment for a non-workplace-related injury. As a result, the three-judge panel of the appeals court said that US Navy veteran and VA nurse S.H.s' In 2019, the district court dismissed S.H.

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MedTrainer

MARCH 30, 2024

Explain any gaps longer than six months Statement of work limitations, license history, and sanctions Only required if you are applying to join UnitedHealthcare’s Medicare and Medicaid plans W-9 form Hospital staff privileges Gather Payer-Specific Requirements Active errors/omissions (malpractice) insurance or state-approved alternative Malpractice (..)

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The Health Law Firm Blog

DECEMBER 31, 2022

By George F. Indest III, J.D., Board Certified by The Florida Bar in Health Law On September 29, 2021, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit ruled that a former federal employee can sue the United States under the Federal Tort Claims Act (FTCA). The suit alleges medical negligence that occurred [.].

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The Health Law Firm Blog

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

Board Certified by The Florida Bar in Health Law Many nurses, nurse practitioners, and certified registered nurse anesthetists (CRNAs) carry professional malpractice insurance through NORCAL Mutual Insurance or one of the other similar insurance companies. Indest III, J.D., This insurance is inexpensive and provides excellent coverage.

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Matt Kinley

APRIL 11, 2018

A NEW MALPRACTICE ISSUE FOR HOSPITALS? Columbia University researchers found being in a bed previously used by a patient with an infection ups your own risk of infection by 583% (SEE ABSTRACT, HERE: [link] according to the current issue of Infection Control and Hospital Epidemiology. By Matt Kinley, Esq. .

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Verisys

JULY 20, 2023

Hospitals or health systems may not allocate adequate resources or staff to complete the medical credentialing process. 3: Allowing a physician to treat patients before credentialing is completed Courts have held hospitals liable when a physician falsifies credentials, and the hospital fails to do its due diligence in verifying them.

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The Health Law Firm

JANUARY 24, 2017

Board Certified by The Florida Bar in Health Law The Florida Supreme Court made the decision on November 30, 2016, to dismiss a negligence suit filed against a hospital over the death of a patient Ashley Lawson. Lawson escaped from Shands Teaching Hospital and Clinic, Inc. Indest III, J.D.,

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The Health Law Firm

JANUARY 24, 2017

Board Certified by The Florida Bar in Health Law The Florida Supreme Court made the decision on November 30, 2016, to dismiss a negligence suit filed against a hospital over the death of a patient Ashley Lawson. Lawson escaped from Shands Teaching Hospital and Clinic, Inc. Indest III, J.D.,

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HIT Consultant

JANUARY 2, 2022

Since students were not classified as critical employees of hospitals, it became difficult for them to gain clinical hours with patients. In another study by Harvard scientists, the monetary value of simulation training was assessed by examining malpractice claims. The COVID-19 pandemic caused a major shift in medical education.

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MedTrainer

APRIL 11, 2024

Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality Hospital-Acquired Infections (HAIs) Infections patients acquire in a healthcare facility often due to inadequate infection control practices or exposure to pathogens in the hospital environment. hospitals resulting in around 250,000 injuries and up to 11,000 deaths.

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Provider Trust

JULY 8, 2022

Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and contains medical malpractice payments and adverse action reports on healthcare professionals. This prevents practitioners from moving from state to state or hospital to hospital with a hidden record. For more information, view the webinar on demand.

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MedTrainer

MARCH 14, 2024

Additionally, the credentialing specialist may request a record of any pending and past medical malpractice cases and disciplinary actions from the appropriate authority. Courtesy: This is when a hospital occasionally allows a provider to admit and treat a patient. However, not all providers need hospital privileges.

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MedTrainer

MARCH 22, 2024

Here is a list of Cigna credentialing criteria: Signed application and agreement Verification of unrestricted state medical license with appropriate licensing agency Verification of valid, unrestricted DEA certificate Verification of full, unrestricted admitting privileges and good standing on the medical staff at a Cigna-participating hospital Board (..)

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HIT Consultant

APRIL 1, 2022

Limited English-speaking and deaf patients disproportionately suffer adverse events during care, as well as higher rates of hospitalization and morbidity due to misdiagnosis and mistreatment that result from language barriers. Healthcare providers face ever-increasing risks of malpractice, with 55% of cases resulting from miscommunication.

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MedTrainer

JULY 10, 2023

This involves checking for any disciplinary actions, malpractice claims, or adverse events related to the provider’s practice. Confirm hospital privileges. They evaluate factors such as educational background, training, work history, malpractice history, disciplinary actions, references, and any other relevant criteria.

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MedTrainer

JULY 10, 2023

Malpractice history. Investigation of any malpractice claims or disciplinary actions filed against the physician, including settlements or judgments. Hospital privileges. Evaluation of the physician’s request for hospital privileges, including their ability to meet specific requirements and standards. Hospital privileges.

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Health Care Law Brief

JANUARY 6, 2022

malpractice prevention program,” as well as testimony of any person in attendance at such a meeting when a medical or quality assurance review function or medical malpractice prevention program was performed ( see Logue v Velez , 92 NY2d 13, 16-17).

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MedTrainer

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Reduce Medical Malpractice Risk: Ensuring patient safety is a fundamental component of compliance plans. By maintaining high standards of care and safety, healthcare organizations can reduce the risk of medical malpractice claims and associated liability.

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Healthcare IT Today

NOVEMBER 22, 2019

In a recent survey by medical malpractice insurer The Doctors Company, […]. Today, most health IT leaders seem sold on the potential healthcare AI deployment can offer, as its benefits are becoming clearer every day.

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Hall Render

MAY 10, 2024

Million CALIFORNIA California hospital dismisses CEO California physician pleads guilty to $2.5M Million CALIFORNIA California hospital dismisses CEO California physician pleads guilty to $2.5M Million CALIFORNIA California hospital dismisses CEO California physician pleads guilty to $2.5M million expansion ‘Very, very unusual.’

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MedTrainer

JULY 10, 2023

This involves checking for any disciplinary actions, malpractice claims, or adverse events related to the provider’s practice. Confirm hospital privileges. They evaluate factors such as educational background, training, work history, malpractice history, disciplinary actions, references, and any other relevant criteria.

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MedTrainer

MAY 6, 2024

Here is a list of the information you’ll need to gather to credential a provider with Aetna: Licensure and/or certification verified through state licensing boards in geographical areas where network practitioners will care for members Board certifications (when applicable) Loss of/limitation of hospital admitting privileges (when applicable) Current (..)

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MedTrainer

JUNE 6, 2021

Health information exchange (HIE) and related networks that handle the sharing of patient data now face significant fines if they are found to interfere with communications between clinics, hospitals, practices, and other healthcare facilities or professionals. Reduction in Liability.

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MedTrainer

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

The Ohio Hospital Association (OHA) , founded in 1915 as the nation’s first state-level hospital association, stands as a unified voice for Ohio’s hospitals, utilizing data and expertise to lead health policy, quality improvement, and economic sustainability for its members.

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Medisys Compliance

MARCH 27, 2023

Medical staff credentialing: This is the process of verifying the qualifications, training, and experience of physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals who work in a hospital or healthcare organization. Insurance verification: The insurance company verifies that the provider has adequate malpractice insurance coverage.

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Verisys

JANUARY 11, 2022

Chronological, comprehensive list of all facilities where the provider has worked or had clinical privileges (academic appointments, hospitals, practice groups, surgery centers, etc.). Malpractice history and hospital sanctions. Malpractice Insurance. Affiliation and Work History. Explanation of any time gaps.

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Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

SEPTEMBER 16, 2020

"It made sense that all eyes were on the hospitals, because they were overwhelmed with sick patients," said Dr. Donna R. Review, revise and communicate telehealth malpractice policies. Shelley, a professor in the Department of Policy and Public Health Management at the New York University School of Global Public Health.

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Med Law Blog

MAY 1, 2023

Please note that the potential for ulterior financial motives does not automatically presume that the intent is somehow suspect, in the same way that potential medical malpractice concerns does not legitimately question the clinical motives of all other providers. in United States ex rel.

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The Health Law Firm

FEBRUARY 28, 2013

Mote") had previously resigned his position at Mineral Community Hospital ("the Hospital") and pleaded guilty to misdemeanor sexual abuse of a child. Mote , 2012 MT 283, P.3d 3d (not yet released for publication), an expectant mother hired an obstetrician who maintained a practice in his home. The obstetrician ("Dr.

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Pharmacy Law Blog

APRIL 30, 2018

If you are a physician, nurse practitioner, psychologist, clinical pharmacist, oral surgeon, ophthalmologist, or other licensed health professional with clinical privileges in a hospital, chances are that one day you will be subject to a peer review action or investigation. It may be commenced because of complaints filed by hospital staff.

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