What 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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How 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
New schedule II prescription forms required starting January 1
Texas physicians will be required to use new schedule II prescription forms beginning January 1, 2019.
Risk Management Trends
TMLT's Risk Management team regularly conducts on-site practice reviews to help physicians address their medical liability risks. This presentation summarizes the top 10 most frequent recommendations
1:39What is covered under "cyber extortion" within a cyber liability policy?
John Southrey, director of consulting services at TMLT, describes cyber extortion threats, like ransomware, and what to do if you receive this kind of threat.
1:36Can physicians use their own mobile devices at work?
Cathy Bryant, manager of product development & consulting services at TMLT, discusses the pros and cons of "BYOD," or "Bring Your Own Device."
What Every Physician Needs to Know About Their Malpractice Insurance Policy
Whether you are purchasing malpractice insurance for your own practice or joining a group that provides your insurance, pay attention to the details of your policy.
1:40How 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.
What Is Your Total Cost of (Cyber) Risk?
The financial impact of a data breach can be much greater than expected.
Risk alert: False DEA phone calls requesting payment for fines
Criminals posing as U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) agents are phoning physicians and requesting payment for false fines.
Law Requires Texas Physicians to Query PMP Before Prescribing Opioids
Texas physicians will soon be required to check the Texas Prescription Monitoring database before prescribing opioids, benzodiazepines, barbiturates, or carisoprodol.
TMLT
Employment Practices Liability Insurance is included with TMLT policies at no additional charge. Find out how this coverage protects you by reading this short SlideShare presentation. https://t.co/6zF
Texas Medical Liability Trust (TMLT)
We're now offering several new, customizable risk assessment options to help practice's better understand and comply with HIPAA privacy rules. Also available for business associates. http://bit.ly/2zj
Insuring Business Continuity After a Cyber Attack
It's important to check if your existing cyber liability policy or business insurance includes coverage for business interruption, contingent business interruption, and business continuity.
Texas Medical Liability Trust (TMLT)
38% of residents in this survey said they are unprepared to handle the business side of medicine. Read more from the Merritt Hawkins Resident Survey at http://bit.ly/2w9k7k9.
Before You Sign That Contract...
Before signing any IT service or business associate agreements, medical practices should carefully review the contract to make sure they understand all of their contractual obligations.
Texas Medical Liability Trust (TMLT)
Need risk management help? TMLT policyholders can call us at 800-580-8658 during regular business hours for a free, confidential consultation. You can also email the risk management department at rmco
Do You Have a Coverage Gap?
Have you recently made a change in the corporate structure or ownership of your practice? If so, here are a few things to keep in mind about your insurance
Employment Practices Liability
As employers, physicians are at risk for lawsuits based on wrongful employment practices such as discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. Review this presentation to learn how you can reduce your
Medical Malpractice 101 - Part Two