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Read FlipbookReporter Q4 2019
TMLT closed claims: Documentation errors (2-hour CME); One family, two generations at TMLT; TMLT 2019 scholarship: Winning essay
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Read ArticlePractice fined for response to social media review
Dallas dental practice fined $10,000 after publishing PHI in response to a patient review on Yelp
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Read ArticleTMB updates rules for physicians who retire, close, or leave a practice
Retiring, closing, or leaving a practice? You can now notify patients electronically and on your website.
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WEBINAR: Surviving an OCR investigation
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5:36Watch VideoCase closed: Improper prescribing
In this edition of Case Closed, a video series that explores real TMLT medical malpractice cases, errors made by both a physician and pharmacy led to a patient receiving an improper prescription.
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5:11Watch VideoTerminating the Patient-Physician Relationship, Part 1
In part 1 of this 2-part series, Lesley Viner, VP of Risk Management at TMLT, describes guidelines and processes to help physicians dismiss patients appropriately and avoid allegations of abandonment.
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4:57Watch VideoTerminating the Patient-Physician Relationship, Part 2
In part 2 of this series, Tanya Babitch, a manager in TMLT's Risk Management Department, provides further instruction for appropriately dismissing patients to avoid allegations of abandonment.
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Read ArticleJanuary deadline: New informed consent forms
New informed consent forms available for use in 2020
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Read ArticleWhat physicians should know about "Letters of Protection"
Beware of "Letters of Protection" and "Phantom Damages"
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Read ArticleTMLT gives back
TMLT gives back by supporting organized medicine, providing medical school scholarships, and donating to charitable causes.
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Read ArticleHHS guide for appropriate tapering or discontinuation of long-term opioid use
New guidance from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) provides clarification and advice for physicians on appropriate tapering methods for patients with long-term opioid use.
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Podcast: Tech, Telemedicine, Tomorrow
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Read ArticleTexting patients while staying HIPAA compliant
How to text patients and colleagues without violating the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act.
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Read ArticleDeadline and new requirements added to Texas breach notification law
New law defines a deadline by which Texas businesses must report data breaches.
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Read ArticleRansomware attacks shut down practices
These incidents highlight the catastrophic consequences of ransomware attacks.
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Read ArticleTMB clarifies prescribing limits for acute pain
The TMB is trying to clear up confusion about the new 10-day opioid prescribing limit for acute pain.
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Read ArticleTMB guidelines for medical spas
With the growing popularity of medical spas comes an increased risk of malpractice lawsuits for physicians who offer medical spa services within their practices.
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Read FlipbookReporter Q3 2019
Tracking patient follow up and diagnostic test results (CME); 2018 Risk Management trends analysis; Failure to manage risk of shoulder dystocia; Failure to follow up on syncope; Board Election 2020
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Read ArticleTexas Prescription Monitoring Program — Mandatory use delayed until March 2020
The requirement for Texas physicians to check the Texas Prescription Monitoring Program before prescribing certain controlled substances has been delayed until March 20.
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Read ArticleNew opioid prescribing limits take effect September 1
New legislation places a 10-day limit on opioid prescriptions for acute pain.
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Read FlipbookReporter 2019 Radiology
Performing an MRI when contraindicated; Guidelines for the release of medical records
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Read FlipbookReporter 2019 Orthopedics
Complications from knee replacement surgery; Guidelines for the release of medical records
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Read ArticlePromises to keep
TMLT CEO Robert Donohoe on TMLT's 40th anniversary.
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Read FlipbookReporter 2019 Gastroenterology
Failure to administer anesthesia and obtain informed consent; Guidelines for the release of medical records
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3:31Watch Video2018 Annual Report - Putting physician needs first
CEO Robert Donohoe describes how TMLT continues to follow the original doctrines created by its founders to put physicians needs and interest first.
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Read FlipbookReporter Quarter 2 2019
From difficult to dangerous: How to handle disruptive patients; How to address ethical misconduct by a colleague or staff member; Improper performance of breast biopsy; Improper prescribing
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Read ArticleCyber fraud case study: Failure to recognize phishing email
The hospital received an email invoice from the ED group with instructions to send payment to a new account.
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Read ArticleLaw enforcement exceptions to HIPAA
If you suspect one of your patients may harm himself or others, can you report your suspicions to the police without violating patient privacy?
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Read ArticleStatute of limitations in Texas
In Texas, health care liability claims have their own statutes of limitations and how these laws are applied can be tricky.
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Read FlipbookReporter 2019 Anesthesiology
Negligently prescribing pain medication; Guidelines for the release of medical records
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Read FlipbookReporter 2019 Dermatology
Failure to respond to complications in a timely manner; Guidelines for the release of medical records
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Read FlipbookReporter Q1 2019
Evaluating & treating the suicidal patient (CME); Dr. Melinda Lopez: On the front lines with human trafficking; Failure to properly evaluate depression; Failure to diagnose coronary artery disease
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Read ArticleDe-escalation techniques and resources
Learn how to de-escalate angry patients or diffuse a tense situation in the office.
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Read ArticleWhat does it mean to be a medical director?
From a legal and liability perspective, a “medical director” is a physician who serves in an administrative capacity as head of an organized medical staff
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Read FlipbookReporter 2019 Emergency Medicine
Failure to properly assess and manage patient's medications; Guidelines for the release of medical records
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2:34Watch VideoHappy 40th anniversary from TMLT's Defense Counsel
Members of TMLT's Defense Counsel offer their memories, thoughts, and congratulations to TMLT.
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0:34Watch VideoTMLT is....
Employees describe TMLT in one word.
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3:20Watch VideoCongratulations from TMLT's governing board on 40th anniversary
Members of TMLT's governing board reflect on 40 years of TMLT.
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Read ArticleScope of practice updates
Scope of practice changes for physical therapists and CRNAs.
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Read ArticleA group admin explains what business interruption really means
What happens when a system failure brings down the EMR?
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Read ArticleGuidelines for the release of medical records
It is imperative to have a system in place that allows the release of complete, legible, and organized records from your medical office.
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1:40Watch VideoHow can I prevent a cyber breach?
Cathy Bryant, manager of product development & consulting services at TMLT, provides five steps to help health care entities prevent a cyber breach.
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Read FlipbookReporter Quarter 3 2018
CME - Human Trafficking; Communicating with millennials; Wernicke's encephalopathy: Failure to monitor thiamine levels; Failure to obtain consent for esophageal dilation; TMLT Board Election 2019
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View PresentationResponding to Online Patient Complaints
The posting of patient complaints and reviews online is unavoidable. Here are some tips on how to manage and respond to negative online comments.
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Read ArticleHow to dispose of storage devices containing PHI and other sensitive data
Improper disposal of electronic devices and media puts the information stored on those devices at risk for a breach. And when devices contain protected health information (PHI), it puts your patient’s
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1:51Watch VideoWhat are some of the direct and indirect costs of a data breach?
John Southrey, director of consulting services at TMLT, describes the costs - both direct and indirect - of a cyber data breach.
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