Communication Errors

Published Date August 5, 2021

Author Sara Bergmanson

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Failure to discuss interruption of anticoagulation

A 72-year-old man came to a surgeon, who confirmed the patient had a reducible right inguinal hernia. The patient’s medical history included a CVA four years earlier.

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Failure to discuss interruption of anticoagulation

A 72-year-old man came to a surgeon, who confirmed the patient had a reducible right inguinal hernia. The patient’s medical history included a CVA four years earlier.

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"Webside" Manner

The rise of telemedicine and it's use of video conferencing presents a new meaning for "good" bedside manner. Read this presentation to learn special considerations for this new form of patient intera

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6 tips to improve patient communication while using your EHR

View part three of a three-part video series on improving physician/patient interactions.

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over 2 years ago
Poor Documentation

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Failure to properly treat

A 74-year-old woman visited Cardiologist A with symptoms of congestive heart failure.

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about 5 years ago
Good documentation never goes out of style

Times change, but the advice stays the same

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about 3 years ago
Setting the record straight: Dispelling 10 common medical record myths

The rules that govern medical records can be complex and confusing.

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over 2 years ago
Failure to Follow Up

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over 2 years ago
Delay in diagnosis of hip fracture

A 90-year-old woman fell at the assisted living facility where she resided. Following the fall, she began to report severe right hip pain.

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almost 7 years ago
Reporter 2017 Gastroenterology

Negligence and failure to arrange adequate follow-up care; HIPAA and patient privacy

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over 2 years ago
Failure to Refer or Track Referrals

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over 4 years ago
Reporter 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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over 2 years ago
Failure to diagnose and treat complications

A 16-year-old girl was brought to the emergency department after sustaining a leg injury while playing soccer. X-rays revealed a right bimalleolar ankle fracture dislocation.

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Lost in Transition — Coordinating Care Between Inpatient and Primary Care Physicians

Good communication and coordination between inpatient and outpatient physicians is essential.

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over 2 years ago
Medication Errors

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almost 5 years ago
Failure to properly manage warfarin dose

An 89-year-old woman suffered a fractured right femur requiring surgical repair.

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