OSHA issues new COVID-19 rules for health care settings
OSHA releases regulations on protecting health care workers from the risk of contracting COVID-19.
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Clarification: Masks in health care facilities
Governor's latest order likely does not affect a private practice's ability to continue requiring masks
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Governor extends waiver for chronic pain patients
State requirements for chronic pain patients have been suspended by Governor Abbott until June 30, 2021
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Requiring masks at your practice? Advance notice of policies can avoid confusion
Clearly communicate your office mask policies to patients
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Sample — Mask requirement message for patients
Use this sample message to explain your COVID-19 mask policy
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Tips for de-escalating angry patients
How to defuse tense or angry situations in the office
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COVID-19 vaccination — Resources for physicians
TMLT risk managers urge physicians to stay up-to-date on COVID-19 vaccination information.
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Telemedicine expansion allowed for specific COVID-19 services
New HHS rule narrowly expands telemedicine across state lines for “COVID-19 countermeasures.”
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Terminating patient relationships: How to dismiss without abandoning
While both the physician and patient have the right to terminate the relationship, the requirements for ending the relationship are more complicated for physicians.
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Resources for staff/physician exposure to COVID-19
Resources for practices on appropriate quarantine, infection control measures, and safe return to work protocols.
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TMB provides update on COVID-19 response
The Texas Medical Board (TMB) has issued a statement to update physicians on the TMB’s response to the COVID-19 public health emergency.
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COVID-19: Guidelines for re-opening your practice
As COVID-19 stay-at-home orders relax, practices are re-opening and must now follow new safety standards and guidelines.
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Risk management recommendations for re-opening your practice
Updated May 11 — Issues include encouraging social distancing and screening patients for symptoms.
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Informed consent waivers for COVID-19
Adopting COVID-19 to your informed consent process.
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Connecting with patients during COVID-19
Best practices to communicate with patients and families during COVID-19.
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Podcast: Stress and burnout: The silent health care epidemic
Explore the implications and solutions for stress and burnout in a health care setting, including how the COVID-19 pandemic is affecting our community.
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Podcast: From bedside to webside: Setting up your virtual workspace
Explore how to optimize your virtual office for telehealth visits with patients.
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TMLT provides 10% additional dividend in response to COVID-19 crisis
New dividend will save policyholders $13 million in premium.
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