To a certain degree, providers have the right to choose which patients they want to treat, and a provider may also choose to terminate the relationship with a noncompliant patient. However, when determining how to manage noncompliance, providers should consider…
Risks Associated With Cosmetic Procedures
Risk management analysis of closed claims shows a higher rate of litigation when patients have unrealistic expectations about the results of their healthcare. This is especially true when patients seek elective cosmetic dental treatment. Dentists who specialize in providing cosmetic…
Staff Education as a Wise Investment
Success Requires a Team Effort Employment experts tell us that businesses rise or fall based on the quality of their employees. This is likely true in a clinical environment as in any other business venture. Risk analysis of closed dental…
Help Avoid Serious Mistakes That Can Lead To Costly EPLI Claims
Employment Practices Liability Insurance (EPLI) provides coverage for claims made against an employer that arise from wrongful employment practices. Discrimination, sexual harassment, and wrongful termination are three examples. What does EPLI cover? The coverage is for financial damages only. “Advertising…
Lax Infection Control Increases Liability Risks
Recent National Practitioner Data Bank reports indicate that healthcare-acquired infections (HCIs) have increased in ambulatory care settings. According to a guideline published by the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), “most outbreaks reported in outpatient settings were associated with noncompliance with…