The Health Law Firm

AUGUST 16, 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 bar on malpractice claims. Indest III, J.D., Background Facts.

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Fierce Healthcare

NOVEMBER 23, 2021

Docs hit with fewer malpractice suits as COVID lockdowns curtailed procedures. Tue, 11/23/2021 - 12:47.

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Electronic Health Reporter

NOVEMBER 18, 2020

The article Health Tech Hazards That May Cause Medical Malpractice appeared first on electronichealthreporter.com.

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Bill of Health

JUNE 5, 2023

For these individuals, the possibility of medical malpractice claims and Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) violations looms large. HIPAA Violations Entirely separate from concerns about malpractice, health care providers also need to be aware of the privacy implications of using ChatGPT.

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Florida Health Care Law Firm

APRIL 28, 2022

Medical malpractice statutes and limitations are not straightforward. The clock starts ticking at the time medical care is provided, but another clock starts ticking on the day the patient realizes there are problems that could indicate malpractice. What Is the Florida Medical Malpractice Statute of Limitations?

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Electronic Health Reporter

JULY 16, 2019

The article The Role of Telehealth In Medical Malpractice appeared first on electronichealthreporter.com. There are a number of reasons for this, primarily, as the use of the internet and various new technologies are becoming more and more advanced and widespread, this has meant that the cost […].

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The Health Law Firm Blog

JANUARY 24, 2023

Board Certified by The Florida Bar in Health Law In a possibly precedent-setting case, on November 9, 2022, for the first time, an appeals court in New Jersey ruled that plaintiffs in medical malpractice cases do not need an affidavit of merit to file claims against a [.] Indest III, J.D.,

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Bill of Health

SEPTEMBER 21, 2022

Professionals within a professional relationship are subject to a variety of legal constraints, such as informed consent requirements or professional malpractice liability if things go wrong. For example, free speech is not a defense against a malpractice claim.

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Florida Health Care Law Firm

DECEMBER 20, 2021

Medical malpractice is devastating for both patient and the medical professional. There are some statutes in place in Florida that limit how long it is legally an option for a patient to pursue a medical malpractice case. What Is the Malpractice Statute of Limitations in Florida? What Defines Medical Malpractice in Florida?

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Florida Health Care Law Firm

MARCH 21, 2022

This, essentially, is the primary directive of apology laws or statutes across the country: to stop a patient from using an apology from a medical provider against them in a court of law as grounds for a malpractice suit. The post What Is an Apology Law in Medical Malpractice? Not all states have apology laws, but Florida does.

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The Health Law Firm Blog

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

Board Certified by The Florida Bar in Health Law In a precedent-setting case, on November 9, 2022, for the first time, a New Jersey appeals court ruled that plaintiffs in medical malpractice cases do not need an affidavit of merit before filing a claim against a licensed [.]. Indest III, J.D.,

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Healthcare IT Today

MARCH 16, 2020

With many providers adopting AI technology, it’s likely that some of them will face medical malpractice suits blaming the AI for patient harm. While it’s still unclear how to tackle this problem, it’s clear that healthcare organizations will have to address it soon. According to Saurabh Jah, who wrote a piece on this subject for […].

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Health Law Gurus

FEBRUARY 14, 2020

Change may be coming soon to Pennsylvania’s medical malpractice venue rule (Rule 1006(a.1))—a 1))—a change that could send medical malpractice filings in Philadelphia skyrocketing. Notably, the report did not draw any conclusions as to what impacts eliminating the medical malpractice venue rule may have.

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Healthcare IT Today

SEPTEMBER 5, 2019

A new study has concluded that as EHR use has become ubiquitous, the number of medical malpractice claims in which EHRs contributed to injuries is continuing to rise. While the absolute number of claims is still relatively small, the problems involved are quite common, suggesting we haven’t seen the worst of this yet.

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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

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. By George F. Indest III, J.D.,

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Bill of Health

OCTOBER 28, 2022

Improvements in communication processes, documentation, and record keeping can improve patient care and reduce the incidence of malpractice litigation and patient complaints. In discussing strategies to reduce the incidence of medical malpractice litigation and to improve patient care it is a useful to go back to basics.

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The Health Law Firm Blog

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

By George F. Indest III, J.D., 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 [.]

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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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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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Med Law Blog

AUGUST 23, 2023

In summary, when negotiating a physician contract, it is important to pay attention to the restrictive covenants, contract term and termination, malpractice coverage, compensation, and plan for the worst-case scenario. It is necessary to take the time to carefully review and negotiate your physician contract.

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The Health Law Firm

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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Verisys

AUGUST 31, 2023

Here are seven red flags to look out for and the reasons why: Incomplete or inconsistent application: Missing or conflicting data regarding education, training, work history, licensure, or malpractice history might indicate false information or attempts to conceal relevant details.

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The Health Law Firm

DECEMBER 27, 2016

optometrist Paul Kantrowich from a malpractice suit. Indest III, J.D., Board Certified by The Florida Bar in Health Law On November 23, 2016, a New York appeals court freed a Madison Avenue Eye Care Ltd. It was alleged in the suit that Kantrowich negligently failed to diagnose a patient's partial blindness caused by a brain tumor.

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MedTrainer

AUGUST 2, 2023

Thoroughly reviewing and verifying credentials helps organizations identify any gaps or issues that may pose risks to patient safety, such as expired licenses or malpractice claims. Fines, medical malpractice claims, and patient harm are concerns if credentialing isn’t properly managed. Risk Mitigation.

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The Health Law Firm

AUGUST 15, 2017

3d 1087 (2017), the Maryland Court of Special Appeals addressed the issue of what is required to prevail on a breach-of-contract claim in a medical malpractice action. Pharoan , 232 Md. 468, 158 A.3d The plaintiff, Valerie Heneberry ("Heneberry") who was suffering from acute appendicitis, received an appendectomy from Dr. Bashar Pharoan ("Dr.

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Medisys Compliance

MARCH 21, 2023

By verifying a doctor’s credentials, insurance companies can mitigate the risk of malpractice claims and ensure patient safety. Verification of Malpractice Insurance The fourth step in the credentialing process is to verify that the doctor has malpractice insurance.

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Verisys

AUGUST 17, 2023

Mitigating liability and legal risks Malpractice claims and legal disputes can financially and emotionally drain healthcare providers and organizations. Medical staff service teams typically check at least half a dozen primary sources to properly verify a healthcare provider’s credentials.

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The Health Law Firm

JULY 31, 2013

Board Certified by The Florida Bar in Health Law It is crucial to understand that settling a malpractice claim prior to trial, or even prior to a suit being filed, is not the end of the matter. Be Familiar With These Adverse Legal Ramifications Before Settling Malpractice Claim. Indest III, J.D.,

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Bill of Health

OCTOBER 14, 2022

An additional thirteen lawsuits, a mix of medical malpractice and wrongful death claims, were filed against health care providers. Twenty-six were claims by employees against companies for inadequate protection from infection in the workplace, personal injury, or death.

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HIT Consultant

JANUARY 2, 2022

In another study by Harvard scientists, the monetary value of simulation training was assessed by examining malpractice claims. 2 The researchers observed a statistically significant reduction in malpractice claims for trained gynecologists and obstetricians who have participated in simulation training. Journal of Nursing Regulation.

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Verisys

JULY 20, 2023

This creates the potential for adverse patient outcomes, leading to expensive malpractice lawsuits. Thorough and ongoing provider screening is critical to avoid costly negligent credentialing and malpractice claims. Mistake No. Mistake No.

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Bill of Health

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022

The public health malpractice of two successive administrations, and the cant that has propped it up, suggest a polity that is out of moves — or perhaps more accurately, they reveal a polity that wants to appear as if its hands were tied.

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McGuire Wood

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

Adjuvant.Health , which was formed by the partner physicians and executive team of Allied Physicians Group in 2018, provides a range of consulting services in areas including accounting, financials, analytical and quality reporting, malpractice management, compliance, technology and human resources.

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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. They evaluate factors such as educational background, training, work history, malpractice history, disciplinary actions, references, and any other relevant criteria. Review professional practice history.

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MedTrainer

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

Legal costs, settlements, and increased malpractice insurance premiums can put financial burdens on ASCs found guilty of negligent credentialing. This process should include comprehensive checks of education, training, licensure, malpractice history, and any disciplinary actions. Financial Consequences. Long-Term Consequences.

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Electronic Health Reporter

MAY 26, 2020

Medical indemnity is a field of insurance that is primarily related to malpractice or negligent behavior in various medical professions. This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. It applies to mistakes, accidents, and other events where the claimant can prove that an […].

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