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Health Information Privacy
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Information from the HHS on HIPAA rules and regulations.
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Informed Consent
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The informed consent process educates patients to bring them to a level of understanding and ...
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Medical Records
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Maryland Department of Health's information on medical records and retention.
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One in 4 Clinicians Want to Leave Healthcare, Citing Burnout. Here's What Providers Can Do to Stem the Tide
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This article discussed ways providers can help prevent burnout.
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Practice Management 101
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An interactive education program that utilizes case studies, quizzes and other multimedia to review ...
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Recovering Patient Records After Water Damage to Your Office
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Water intrusion can quickly damage electronic devices and paper records, so it is important to take ...
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Tips to Remember When Reviewing Email
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If you receive an email that contains links or attachments, it is your responsibility to determine ...
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Virginia Record Retention
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Virginia Health Information Management Association's information on record retention.
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Youth Health Law - Parental Knowledge or Consent
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The Maryland Court of Appeals has held that medical care is a parental responsibility.
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(Trailer) ADA Video #1
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In this introductory video of the Americans with Disabilities Act webinar, Eric Rhoades and German ...
(Trailer) ADA Video #2
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In the second ADA webinar video, Eric Rhoads and German Rodriguez talk about who is covered under ...
(Trailer) ADA Video #3
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The third video in the webinar series about the Americans with Disabilities Act, Eric Rhoades and ...
(Trailer) ADA Video #4
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In the fourth installment of the ADA webinar series, Eric Rhoades and German Rodriguez give ...
(Trailer) ADA Video #5
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In the final video of the ADA webinar series, presenters Eric Rhoades and German Rodriguez provide ...
(Trailer) Fighting Healthcare Leader Burnout
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Presenter Kem Tolliver of Medical Revenue Cycle Specialists identifies the top four trending causes ...
(Trailer) Maryland Records Requests
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Attorney John Sly answers common questions among healthcare providers regarding records requests in ...
(Trailer) Using Compliance Fundamentals During COVID-19
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President of Medical Revenue Cycle Specialists Kem Tolliver focuses on how to pull together a ...
(Trailer) Virginia and DC Records Requests
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Many health care providers have a lot of questions when a records request is received – What do I d ...
(Trailer) Winning at Denial Prevention
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President of Medical Revenue Cycle Specialists Kem Tolliver discusses denial prevention strategies ...
10 Tips for Reducing Risk in Radiology
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This article discusses ways radiologists can reduce risk in their practice.
5-Step Guide To Creating A Business Continuity Plan That Works
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Businesses rarely get advance notice when disaster strikes. Without a plan of action, an ...
8 Simple Communication Tips for Doctors
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This article discusses common communication tips that physicians can incorporate into their ...
8 Simple Communication Tips for Doctors
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This article discusses common communication tips that physicians can incorporate into their ...
A Guide to Compliance with OSHA Standards
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This document provides information on compliance with OSHA standards for Medical and Dental Offices.
A new index for obstetrics safety and quality of care: integrating cesarean delivery rates with maternal and neonatal outcomes
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Cesarean delivery rates have been used as obstetrical quality indicators. However, these approaches ...
A new index for obstetrics safety and quality of care: integrating cesarean delivery rates with maternal and neonatal outcomes
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Cesarean delivery rates have been used as obstetrical quality indicators. However, these approaches ...
A Practical e-Guide to Managing Psychosocial Risks
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Managing stress and psychosocial risks.
AACU Sentinel Newsletter
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This is the January 2023 Newsletter of the American Association of Clinical Urologists
ABN – 2020
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Notifying patient of non-coverage can be a difficult situation. This template will assist you in ...
Accessing Deceased Patient Records: FAQ
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This article discusses frequently asked questions about accessing deceased patient records
Accessing Deceased Patient Records: FAQ
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This article discusses frequently asked questions about accessing deceased patient records.
Acronyms Associated with HIPAA
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Some of the most commonly encountered acronyms associated with HIPAA.
Action Plan for Stress steps 1-6
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Reaction strategies to help alleviate chronic stress
ADA and Service Animals
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Navigating the complexities of the ADA can be challenging for a practice manager – especially w ...
ADA Assistance Materials
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This link will provide assistance materials associated with the ADA.
ADA Effective Communications
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This document from the U.S. Department of Justice, Civil Rights Division, Disability Rights ...
ADA Explained
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What Physicians and Office Managers need to know about patients with hearing disabilities and ...
ADA Service Animals
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Guidance on the term "service animal" and the service animal provisions in the revised ADA ...
ADA Video #1 (Introduction)
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In this introductory video of the Americans with Disabilities Act webinar, Eric Rhoades and German ...
ADA Video #2
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In the second ADA webinar video, Eric Rhoads and German Rodriguez talk about who is covered under ...
ADA Video #3
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The third video in the webinar series about the Americans with Disabilities Act, Eric Rhoades and ...
ADA Video #4
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In the fourth installment of the ADA webinar series, Eric Rhoades and German Rodriguez give ...
ADA Video #5
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In the final video of the ADA webinar series, presenters Eric Rhoades and German Rodriguez provide ...
After-Hours Calls
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Studies have shown that many after midnight calls are serious and require a response within 30 ...
American Academy of Allergy, Asthma, & Immunology
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Represents allergists, immunologists, along with health care professionals
American Academy of Allergy, Asthma, & Immunology
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Represents allergists, immunologists, along with health care professionals
American Academy of Dermatology
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Largest dermatology association in the world. Dedicated to the advancement & treatment of skin, ...
American Academy of Dermatology
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Largest dermatology association in the world. Dedicated to the advancement & treatment of skin, ...
American Academy of Family Physicians
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Devoted to the health of patients, families, and communities
American Academy of Family Physicians
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Devoted to the health of patients, families, and communities
American Academy of Family Physicians
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Advocacy group of family doctors throughout the U.S., Puerto Rico, the Virgin Islands, and Guam
American Academy of Family Physicians
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Devoted to the health of patients, families, and communities
American Academy of Family Physicians
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Devoted to the health of patients, families, and communities
American Academy of Family Physicians
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Advocacy group of family doctors throughout the U.S., Puerto Rico, the Virgin Islands, and Guam
American Academy of Ophthalmology
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Academy dedicated to the advancement of eye care both nationally and globally
American Academy of Ophthalmology
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Academy dedicated to the advancement of eye care both nationally and globally
American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons
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Provides educational and management services for orthopedic surgeons and health care professionals
American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons
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Provides educational and management services for orthopedic surgeons and health care professionals
American Academy of Pediatrics
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Association dedicated to the health of children, adolescents, and young adults
American Academy of Pediatrics
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Association dedicated to the health of children, adolescents, and young adults
American Academy of Radiology
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The nation's leading organization in the representation of the field of radiology
American Academy of Radiology
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The nation's leading organization in the representation of the field of radiology
American College of Cardiology
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Advocacy for cardiovascular care through education and research to influence health care policy
American College of Cardiology
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Advocacy for cardiovascular care through education and research to influence health care policy
American College of Chest Physicians
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Dedicated to the treatment of diseases of the chest
American College of Chest Physicians
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Dedicated to the treatment of diseases of the chest
American College of Gastroenterology
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College devoted to the advancement of clinical gastroenterology
American College of Gastroenterology
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College devoted to the advancement of clinical gastroenterology
American College of Physicians
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Medical specialty society with the mission of enhancing the quality and effectiveness of health care
American College of Physicians
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Medical specialty society with the mission of enhancing the quality and effectiveness of health care
American Head and Neck Society
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Organization dedicated to the research and treatment of head and neck oncology
American Head and Neck Society
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Organization dedicated to the research and treatment of head and neck oncology
American Medical Association
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Association that works with Physicians and patients involved in public health issues
American Medical Association
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Association that works with Physicians and patients involved in public health issues
American Physical Therapy Society
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Organization concerned with the treatment of movement dysfunctions
American Physical Therapy Society
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Organization concerned with the treatment of movement dysfunctions
American Society of Anesthesiologists
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Association of Physicians dedicated to the practice of anesthesiology
American Society of Anesthesiologists
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Association of Physicians dedicated to the practice of anesthesiology
American Thoracic Society
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Non-profit organization dedicated to respiratory and critical care medicine
American Thoracic Society
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Non-profit organization dedicated to respiratory and critical care medicine
Americans with Disabilities Act Requirements: Effective Communication
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Review of ADA requirements for effective communication from the Disability Rights Section of the ...
Americans with Disabilities Act Requirements: Effective Communication
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Review of ADA requirements for effective communication from the Disability Rights Section of the ...
Annual Breach Report to Congress
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Report to Congress that reviews breaches of unsecured protected health information
Are You Unintentionally Exposing Your Practice?
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This article discusses scenarios that may involve hidden threats to HIPAA Compliance.
Association for Psychological Science
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Association that represents the profession of psychology in the United States
Association for Psychological Science
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Association that represents the profession of psychology in the United States
AstraZeneca International
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Pharmaceutical company specializing in six areas of healthcare: cardiovascular, gastrointestinal, ...
AthenaHealth Webinar
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If your practice uses AthenaHealth as your EHR vendor, this pdf version of a webinar will assist ...
Authorization for Release of Information to Family Members
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This is a sample form to obtain patient consent to release records to a family member.
Avoiding Patient Abandonment
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This site, from the Maryland Department of Health, will assist you in avoiding patient abandonment.
Blood Borne Illness
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Information from the CDC on preventing the transmission of blood borne illness.
Bloodborne Infectious Diseases: HIV/AIDS, Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C
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If you experienced a needlestick or sharps injury or were exposed to the blood or other body fluid ...
Boehringer Ingelheim
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Pharmaceutical company focusing on cardiovascular, central nervous system, and respiratory diseases
Breach Notification Rule
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Notification requirements following a breach of unsecured protected health information.
Business Continuity for Clinical Practices
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Clinical practices are vital to the health and wellbeing of both the University and the countless ...
Business Continuity Plan
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When business is disrupted, it can cost money. Lost revenues plus extra expenses means reduced ...
Case Study: Trust, but Verify
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This is an example of how a mistake in charting lab results can lead to further communication ...
Centers for Medicare & Medicare Services (CMS) Telemedicine Fact Sheet
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The CMS has provided a fact sheet with takeaways about telemedicine.
CME from CDC: What You Need to Know About Infection Control
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Each year in the U.S., at least 2.8 million people get an antibiotic-resistant infection, and more ...
Communication Tips for Physicians
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By adhering to a few basic principles, Physicians can greatly improve their skills as good ...
Compliance Checklist
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A checklist for practices related to the key elements of HITECH and the Omnibus Rule
Compliance Checklist
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A checklist for practices related to the key elements of HITECH and the Omnibus Rule.
Conducting HIPAA Risk Assessments
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As the Practice Manager, you are responsible for ensuring that risk assessments are performed ...
Confidentiality Statement
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Protecting patient’s protected health information is a critical operation to any practice. This s ...
Covered Entities and Business Associates
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Information from HHS on the definition of covered entities and business associates under HIPAA
Covered Entities and Business Associates
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Information from HHS on the definition of covered entities and business associates under HIPAA
Cyber Security Awareness Training
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Cyber Security Awareness training will help gauge where your practice currently stands with cyber ...
Cyber Security Awareness Training
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Cyber Security Awareness training will help gauge where your practice currently stands with cyber ...
Cyber Threat Video
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At Medical Mutual we understand the threat to you and your practice when it comes to your patient’s ...
Cyberchondriac or Informed Patient?
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Today’s patient has access to an unprecedented amount of medical information.
Dealing with Disruptive Patients
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Disruptive behavior is any conduct that hinders a provider’s ability to administer care.
Detecting and Treating Suicide Ideation In All Settings
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The rate of suicide is increasing in America. Now the 10th leading cause of death, suicide claims ...
Difference between EMR and EHR
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The difference between the two terms is actually quite significant.
Difference between EMR and EHR
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The difference between the two terms is actually quite significant
Disaster Planning for Medical Practices
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Is your practice prepared in the event that disaster strikes?
Disciplinary Action Notice
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Sometimes the practice manager is tasked to discipline their office staff. It is essential, in most ...
Discovering a Remedy for Physician Work Stress
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Editorial comments from the Permanente Journal
Do You Know Your Practice's Data Security Risks?
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Information about the HIPAA Security Rule and conducting a risk assessment to evaluate whether your ...
Do Your Patients Really Understand?
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Health literacy is a serious problem. Learn new methods for better assisting patients in ...
Doctors RX - Fall/Winter 2018
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In this edition of our DoctorsRx newsletter, we discuss the liability concerns surrounding patient ...
Doctors RX - Spring/Summer 2020
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In this edition of our DoctorsRx newsletter, we discuss how EHR systems can be utilized to prevent ...
Don't Get Stuck: What to Do When Parents Refuse to Vaccinate Their Children
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Doctors RX, Fall 2017
EHR Contracts: Key Contract Term for Users to Understand
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A report to help healthcare organizations select an appropriate EHR and protect themselves from ...
EHR Incentive Programs Information (CMS)
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Includes EHR Incentive Program Basics, Meaningful Use Definitions, and other resources
EHR Intelligence | 3 Strategies to Enhance EHR Usability Through EHR Optimization
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Information contained here will provide strategies you can incorporate to enhance your EHR ...
EHR's: "Sloppy and Paste" Endures Despite Patient Safety
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The dangers of copying and pasting information in an EHR
Electronic Medical Records
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This brief newsletter explores some of the risks Physicians need to be mindful of while they ...
Email and HIPAA Compliance
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This podcast discusses how the HIPAA Privacy Rule applies to using email, and addresses how ...
Email and HIPAA Compliance
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How the HIPAA Privacy Rule applies to using email, and addresses how healthcare providers can use ...
Email and HIPAA Compliance
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This podcast discusses how the HIPAA Privacy Rule applies to using email, and addresses how ...
Email and HIPAA Compliance
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How the HIPAA Privacy Rule applies to using email, and addresses how healthcare providers can use ...
EMR Presentation
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Liability exposure related to EMRs, responding to e-discovery requests, and EMR breaches and the ...
EMR Presentation
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Are you thinking about implementing EMR in your practice? Or do you need a refresh on the basics? ...
Enhanced Recovery for Geriatric Hip Fracture
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Perioperative protocol is changing pace and practices in hip fracture treatment.
Enhancing Employee Satisfaction to Improve Patient Care
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Here are some simple steps you can take to make your office a positive place to work and increase ...
Enhancing your EMR and Provider Documentation
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This sample will provide general information for EMR optimization and helping your providers with ...
Entities Covered by the HIPAA Privacy Rule (HHS)
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Presentation created by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services about covered entities ...
Entities Covered by the HIPAA Privacy Rule (HHS)
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Presentation created by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services about covered entities ...
Fact Sheet: Ransomware and HIPAA
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This document describes ransomware attack prevention and recovery from a healthcare sector ...
FDA Patient Safety News
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Televised series for health care personnel, carried on satellite broadcast networks aimed at ...
Fighting Healthcare Leader Burnout
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Presenter Kem Tolliver of Medical Revenue Cycle Specialists identifies the top four trending causes ...
Five Things Physicians and Patients Should Question
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American Academy of Pediatrics – Section on Surgery
FMLA Information
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The Family and Medical Leave Act was enacted to provide covered employers with unpaid, ...
Follow-up and Tracking of Test Results
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Does your office have a reliable safety tracking system? A quarter of all malpractice claims stem ...
Follow-Up of Test Results
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Failing to diagnose and/or delay in diagnosis accounts for approximately 25% of all malpractice ...
Food Guide Plate
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Printed and online brochures from the Federal Consumer Information Center
Four Common HIPAA Misconceptions
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This article from Physicians Practice outlines four common misconceptions about HIPAA that may be ...
Four Common HIPAA Misconceptions
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This article from Physicians Practice outlines four common misconceptions about HIPAA that may be ...
Fundamental Information on EMR
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Basic information about Electronic Medical Records (EMR)
Genzyme
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Biotechnology company that focuses on rare disorders as well as cancer, diagnostic testing, etc...
Glossary of Terms Associated with HIPAA
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Acronyms and definitions of terms commonly used regarding HIPAA.
Guidance on Risk Analysis Requirements Under The HIPAA Rule
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A series of guidances to assist organizations in identifying and implementing the most effective ...
Guidance on Risk Analysis Requirements under the HIPAA Security Rule
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A series of guidances to assist organizations in identifying and implementing the most effective ...
Guidance on Risk Analysis Requirements under the HIPAA Security Rule
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This series of guidances will assist organizations in identifying and implementing the most ...
Guide on Medicare Telehealth Coding/Billing Guidelines
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MedChi has provided a guide on Medicare Telehealth Coding/Billing Guidelines.
Hand Hygiene
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The second part of this issue of Doctors RX addresses new guidelines from the Centers for Disease ...
Handling Patient Complaints
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This podcast lists the mostly commonly heard patient complaints about Physicians and what you can ...
Handling Patient Complaints
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Do you know what to do when a patient has a complaint? This guide will give some of the most common ...
Handling the Stress of Being Sued
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Understanding your response to a lawsuit and ways to cope with the impact.
Handling the Stress of Litigation
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Being involved in litigation is very stressful. This podcast has helpful tips for handling stress ...
Harm Assessment
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This article provides an overview of three areas to cover during a risk-of-harm assessment
Health Coalition on Liability and Access
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Organization involved in health care liability reform
Healthcare Management is a Changing Landscape
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We must be the rudder of our organizations, offering direction to physicians, other providers, and ...
Healthcare Management is a Changing Landscape
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We must be the rudder of our organizations, offering direction to physicians, other providers, and ...
Healthful Hints for Stress Relief
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Eight quick and easy tips to reduce everyday stress
HHS 405(d) Aligning Health Care Industry Security Approaches
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The 405(d) Program and Task Group is a collaborative effort between industry and the federal ...
HHS Office for Civil Rights Cybersecurity Guidance
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Educational materials specifically designed to give HIPAA covered entities and business associates ...
HHS Office for Civil Rights Ransomware Guidance
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Ransomware exploits human and technical weaknesses to gain access to an organization’s technical i ...
High Time for HITECH? What every physician needs to know
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An overview of the HITECH Act and its impact on individual practices.
HIPAA Audits Are you Prepared?
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The elements of the audit program by the Office for Civil Rights for covered entities under HIPAA.
HIPAA Audits: Are You Prepared?
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This article discusses the elements of the audit program by the Office for Civil Rights for covered ...
HIPAA Breach Decision Tree
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This document is intended to assist you and your practice when investigating a potential breach. We ...
HIPAA for Providers | HealthIT.gov
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This site provides general HIPAA related information and assistance.
HIPAA IT Privacy and Security Resources
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HealthIT.gov resources on privacy and security issues, including regulatory guidance, technical ...
HIPAA Practice Risk Survey
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This free, 40-question online survey helps you evaluate the strength of your practice's electronic ...
HIPAA Privacy Rule and Provider-to-Provider Communication
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Information for all physicians (not just pediatricians) regarding mental health records and HIPAA.
HIPAA Security Rule Toolkit
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National Institute of Standards and Technology toolkit on implementing and assessing the ...
HIPAA Training is Essential
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This article discusses the necessity of HIPAA training for employees
HIPAA Training is Essential
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This article discusses the necessity of HIPAA training for employees
How Do I Obtain a Claims History?
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Follow these simple step-by-step instructions to obtain a claims history.
How to and How Not to - Disclose Medical Errors to Patients
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A poorly implemented disclosure policy can be a factor in whether a patient or family pursues ...
How to Help Your Patients Relieve Dental Anxiety
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Dental anxiety can negatively affect not only the patient but also put you on edge or make it hard ...
Human Resources Best Practices
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A list of Human Resources best practices that you can utilize at your practice.
Human Resources Principles to Protect Your Practice
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This document provides an overview of ways to protect your practice regarding human resources issues
I 9 Form
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This federal form is required for new hires to complete to verify their employment eligibility.
ICD-10 Small and Medium Practice Handbook
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This CMS document provides a guide for small and medium practices preparing to implement ICD-10
Infection Control for Health Care Providers
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Guidelines for office staff on controlling the spread of infection in the office setting.
Influenza
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Information from the CDC on reducing the spread of influenza in the health care setting.
Information and Technical Assistance on the Americans with Disabilities Act
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This site provides you with information regarding general guidance pertaining to the ADA.
Information Security Policy Template
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This document, developed by the National Learning Consortium, is an example of a tool used in the ...
Intersection of artificial intelligence and medicine: tort liability in the technological age
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This article is an analysis of the medico-legal and bioethical risks posed by the incorporation of ...
Is There a "Cap" on Medical Malpractice Claims in Maryland?
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This podcast will examine the current cap in Maryland, as well as review recent legal challenges to ...
Is There a "Cap" on Medical Malpractice Claims in Maryland?
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This podcast will examine the current cap in Maryland, as well as review recent legal challenges to ...
Joint Guidance on HIPAA and FERPA to Student Health Records
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This document from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and the U.S. Department of ...
Liability Issues for Electronic Communications
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No longer used merely for ease in billing, many physicians have expanded the use of the office ...
Limited English Proficiency (LEP)
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This HHS website provides information and resources pertaining to persons with Limited English ...
Limited English Proficiency and Medicare Providers
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HHS addresses who must provide interpreters for Limited English Proficiency beneficiaries and ...
Limited English Proficiency Patients: What's a Doctor To Do?
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This article discusses common questions and answers related to the requirements of treating ...
Making The List Checking It Twice
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This podcast discusses the importance of ensuring that medical records are released to someone who ...
Making The List, Checking It Twice
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This podcast discusses the importance of ensuring that medical records are released to someone who ...
Malpractice may be negative, but its data can generate positive results
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This commentary discusses the "positive" impacts that malpractice data can generate to assist ...
Malpractice may be negative, but its data can generate positive results
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This commentary discusses how malpractice data can "help" physicians and generate positive results.
Managing Stress
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Stress management article that originally appeared in American Medical News
Maryland Academy of Family Physicians
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Works to maintain quality, cost effective health care for families
Maryland Academy of Family Physicians
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Works to maintain quality, cost effective health care for families
Maryland Academy of Family Physicians
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Works to maintain quality, cost effective health care for families
Maryland Board of Physicians
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Web site gives an overview of the license providers in the Maryland jurisdiction
Maryland Board of Physicians
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Web site gives an overview of the license providers in the Maryland jurisdiction
Maryland Board of Physicians
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Web site gives an overview of the license providers in the Maryland jurisdiction
Maryland Division of State Documents
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Web site presenting online versions of the state's legal regulations
Maryland Division of State Documents
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Web site presenting online versions of the state's legal regulations
Maryland General Assembly
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Web site displaying structure and information about the Maryland law-making process
Maryland General Assembly
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Web site displaying structure and information about the Maryland law-making process
Maryland Hospital Association
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Advocacy group involved in the development of an improved health care policy
Maryland Hospital Association
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Advocacy group involved in the development of an improved health care policy
Maryland Insurance Administration
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Independent state agency that regulates the insurance industry
Maryland Insurance Administration
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Independent state agency that regulates the insurance industry
Maryland Judiciary
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Web site focuses on the function of the four branches of the Maryland court system
Maryland Records Requests
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Attorney John Sly answers common questions among healthcare providers regarding records requests in ...
Maryland State Bar Association
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Web site concerning the certification process for membership to the Maryland State Bar
MD New Hire Registry
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For Maryland Only. This form is for new employees to fill out. The practice manager must return the ...
Meaningful Use Core Objectives for Eligible Professionals
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Table of Contents and resources for Meaningful Use Core and Menu Set Objectives for Eligible ...
Meaningful Use Stage Two Tool Kit
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An interactive document with resources and information about the EHR Incentive Programs and 2014 ...
Medical Practice Business Continuity Planning: It's Worth the Time
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In the normal course of events, almost nobody can justify the investment of time and money required ...
Medical Privacy of Protected Health Information
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This CMS factsheet provides basic information on privacy laws for the health care professional.
Medication Management in Elderly Patients
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By taking a few extra precautions when treating elderly patients, you can reduce the risk of ...
Medscape Malpractice Report
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This slideshow will discuss common malpractice risk issues seen in 2021.
Medscape Malpractice Report
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This slideshow will discuss common malpractice risk issues seen in 2021.
Medscape OB/GYN 2021 Malpractice Report
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This Medscape article reports on the effects of medical malpractice on OB/GYNs
Medscape OB/GYN 2021 Malpractice Report
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This Medscape article reports on the effects of medical malpractice on OB/GYNs
MGMA | Don't Get Lost in The Financial Maze
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This link contains information on purchasing a book from the MGMA regarding revenue cycle ...
National Cancer Society
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Component of the National Institutes of Health that is committed to the research of cancer
National Cancer Society
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Component of the National Institutes of Health that is committed to the research of cancer
New HIPAA/HITECH Translated
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The new HIPAA/HITECH Final Rule and how it impacts a Physician's practice.
New HIPAA/HITECH Translated
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This article discusses the new HIPAA/HITECH Final Rule and how it impacts a physician practice.
Notice of Privacy Practices
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Under HIPAA, it is required that your practice provide patients with a Notice of Privacy Practices. ...
Novartis
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Company focused on pharmaceuticals, generic prescription drugs, and consumer health
Office Procedures Can Enhance Patient Satisfaction, Reduce Risk
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Here are ways you can enhance your patients’ experience with your office.
OSHA 300 Form
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This booklet includes forms and information needed for maintaining occupational injury and illness ...
OSHA for Clinicians
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This site provides helpful information and resources for clinicians related to OSHA regulations
OSHA Medical Dental Office Guide To Compliance
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Insight on the most frequently found hazards in medical and dental offices
OSHA Personal Protective Equipment
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This informational booklet provides a general overview of personal protective equipment and OSHA ...
Physician Liability: Electronic Medical Records
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This article explores potential areas of medical malpractice litigation created by the adoption of ...
Physician Litigation Stress Resource Center
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Resources to cope with the personal and professional stress created by involvement in a medical ...
Physician-Patient Dialogue: Key to Avoiding Malpractice Lawsuits
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Effective Physician-patient dialogue can enhance patient satisfaction and encourage healthy ...
Physicians are Drowning in Electronic Information
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The administrative burden of medicine significantly contributes to physician and clinician burnout, ...
Physicians Leave Practices for Many Reasons
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Keys to handling the transition when a physician decides to close a practice
Practice Matters - The Cures Act
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In this video, Kem Tolliver - a Practice Management Consultant, discusses the interoperability and ...
Practice Matters: HR After COVID-19
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In this video, Kem Tolliver - a Practice Management Consultant, discusses how to navigate HR issues ...
Practice Matters: Telehealth
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In this video, Kem Tolliver - a Practice Management Consultant, discusses telehealth and how to ...
Practice Matters: Telehealth
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In this video, Kem Tolliver - a Practice Management Consultant, discusses telehealth and how to ...
Practice Matters: The No Surprises Act
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In this video, Kem Tolliver - a Practice Management Consultant, discusses how to navigate the No ...
Prescribing Opioids for Pain — The New CDC Clinical Practice Guideline
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The CDC recently enacted new guidelines regarding the prescribing of opioids, this article offers ...
Preventing Wrong Site Surgeries
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Despite heightened effort, the frequency of wrong site errors appears to be increasing. These ...
Privacy Rule General Topics
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HHS website that contains information on general topics related to the HIPAA Privacy Rule
Professional Boundaries
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In a medical practice, utilizing professional boundaries is essential to a comfortable workplace ...
Quick Reference for Meaningful Use Objectives
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Reference chart with meaningful use objectives, measures, standards, and certification criteria
Red Flags Rule
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This document from the AMA helps you understand the Red Flags Rule and how it relates to protecting ...
Reducing Medication Errors
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Medication errors are a leading cause of medical malpractice claims. Here are some recommendations ...
Reducing Risk in Dermatology
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This article discusses common risk reductions techniques that Dermatologists can incorporate into ...
Reducing the Risk of Medication Addiction
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Physicians who treat patients with opioid analgesics and other frequently abused medications can be ...
Reporting Responsibilities for Physicians Enrolled in Medicare Program
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Information from CMS about provider reporting responsibilities under Medicare
Requests for Medical Records
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This podcast explains what Insureds should do in the event they receive a request for medical ...
Responding to web-based health review posts
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Here are some suggestions about handling those less than kind comments and reviews online.
Revised OSHA Hazard Communication Standards
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This document provides information on revised safety data sheets and communication standards
Right to Access Medical Records
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HHS website that provides general resources on right to access medical records
Risk Management and e-Prescribing
Podcast
e-prescribing is a considered a more accurate, reliable, and secure system. While this assertion is ...
Risk Management and e-Prescribing
Podcast
Electronic prescribing ("e-prescribing") is a considered a more accurate, reliable, and secure ...
Risk Management and Electronic Health Records
Podcast
Some basic guidelines to follow if your practice has or is considering the implementation of ...
Risk Management and Electronic Health Records
Podcast
Some basic guidelines to follow if your practice has or is considering the implementation of ...
Risk Management Communication Tips
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14 ways you can improve your communication skills and reduce your liability risk.
Risk Management for OB/GYNs
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This article discusses common risk reductions techniques that OB/GYNs can incorporate into their ...
Risk Management for Ophthalmologists
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This article discusses common risk reductions techniques that Ophthalmologists can incorporate into ...
Risk Management Guide for Information Technology Systems NIST 800-30
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Recommendations of the National Institute of Standards and Technology on risk management for ...
Risk Management Guide for Information Technology Systems NIST 800-30
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Recommendations of the National Institute of Standards and Technology on risk management for ...
Risk Management Two Minute Drill - "Communication"
Video
This "quick tip" video will discuss how good communication with patients can help prevent claims, ...
Risk Management Two Minute Drill - "Documentation"
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This "quick tip" video will discuss how documentation can have a positive or a negative effect on ...
Risk Management Two Minute Drill - "I'm Sorry"
Video
This "quick tip" video will discuss ways you can tell a patient "I'm Sorry" after an adverse event.
Risk Management Two Minute Drill - "Informed Consent"
Video
This "quick tip" video will discuss how good informed consent will help prevent claims.
Risk Management Two Minute Drill - "Open Notes"
Video
This "quick tip" video will help you navigate the Open Notes portion of the 21st Century Cures Act.
Rx List – The Internet Drug Index
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Organization involved in health care liability reform
Sample BAA
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A business associate agreement is an essential document when contracting with an outside vendor who ...
Sample Confidentiality Agreement
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In some instances, patients’ are given protected health information when they leave the practice. A ...
Sample Employee Handbook
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A good employee handbook is one of the most fundamental and effective management tools that a ...
Sample Letter: Denial of Fee Reduction
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Practice managers’ can be faced with patients who do not feel as though the fee-for-service they w ...
Sample Letters of Physician's Intent to Withdraw
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Sample letter informing a patient of your intent to end treatment services.
Sample Physician-Patient Email Communications Consent Form
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Sample consent form for practices that offer patient communication via email.
Sample Social Media Policy
DOC
Navigating the social media landscape can be difficult for practice manager’s and their staff. This ...
Sample: PT Discharge Letter
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Sometimes, after the provider-patient relationship becomes severed, it is appropriate to discharge ...
Security Assessment
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Evaluate the strength of your practice’s cyber security with this 22-question survey, designed by o ...
Security Official Job Description
DOC
HIPAA requires the practice employ a security office. In most cases, that responsibility falls on ...
Security Risk Analysis Tipsheet
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Provides an overview of the security risk analysis requirement of the HIPAA Security Rule
Security Risk Analysis Tipsheet
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Provides an overview of the security risk analysis requirement of the HIPAA Security Rule
Security Risk Assessment Tool | HealthIT.gov
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This link will provide you with another assessment you can take to protect your practice.
Security Risk Assessment Videos | HealthIT.gov
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This series of videos provided by the federal government will help your practice identify risks.
Security Rule Guidance Material
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HHS Security Rule Educational Paper Series, HIPAA Security Guidance, and NIST Special Publications
Selecting an Electronic Medical Record System for the Physician Practice
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Criteria for evaluating and selecting an electronic health record system for the physician practice.
Society of Cardiovascular & Interventional Radiology
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Society of radiologists who specialize in minimally invasive treatments
Society of Nuclear Medicine
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International scientific and professional organization that promotes the use of nuclear medicine
Society of Nuclear Medicine
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International scientific and professional organization that promotes the use of nuclear medicine
Strategies for Dealing with Stress
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Pros and cons of the various reactions to stressful situations
Stress Crisis!
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Emergency solutions for dealing with overwhelming anger, despair or panic.
Summary of the HIPAA Privacy Rule
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This is a summary of key elements of the Privacy Rule including who is covered, what information is ...
Take Steps to Protect and Secure Information When Using a Mobile Device
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HHS tips to secure the health information your patients entrust to you
Take Steps to Protect and Secure Information When Using a Mobile Device
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HHS tips to secure the health information your patients entrust to you
Telemedicine Consent Form
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If you wish to incorporate telemedicine in your practice, we recommend using the following ...
Telemedicine Consent Form from the American Academy of Pediatrics
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If you wish to incorporate telemedicine in your practice, we recommend using the following ...
Telemedicine Resources Webpage
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Our telemedicine webpage under our COVID-19 News-Updates-Resources section provides you with needed ...
Temper Tantrums, Bullying Colleagues: How to avert physician behavior?
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This article discusses ways to avert disruptive behavior in medical settings.
Temper Tantrums, Bullying Colleagues: How to avert physician behavior?
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This article discusses ways to avert disruptive behavior in medical settings.
Ten Principles of Documentation for Medical Records
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Ten simple concepts that office staff members can follow for more effective documentation in ...
Ten Tips for Dealing with Difficult Patients
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The below summary lists ten tips you can use when dealing with difficult patients.
Ten Tips for Implementing an EMR System
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Ten tips to help ensure successful implementation of an EMR system in your office.
The ADA and Patient Care
Podcast
Although compliance with the ADA is not strictly a risk management issue, it is a legal ...
The Americans with Disabilities Act
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This document provides an overview of the Americans with Disabilities Act, which prohibits ...
The Anatomy of a Malpractice Case
Video
In this video, attorney's with Medical Mutual will discuss the anatomy of a malpractice lawsuit.
The Art of Successful Staffing
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This presentation discusses strategies for successful interviewing, hiring, and retention of ...
The Care and Feeding of Your EHR
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A review of EMR implementations with an overarching framework to be comprehensive, pragmatic, and ...
The Family and Medical Leave Act
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This document provides an overview of the Family and Medical Leave Act, enacted to provide covered ...
The Fax Faux Pas
Podcast
This podcast discusses the risks of sending faxes, best practices for communicating via fax, and ...
The HIPAA Omnibus Final Rule: What You Don't Know Can Hurt You
PDF
This issue of Doctors RX discusses important changes to HIPAA as a result of the Omnibus Final Rule.
The HIPAA Security Rule
Podcast
The HIPAA Security Rule and what physicians need to know to protect their electronic medical ...
The HIPAA Security Standards
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This chapter, from HIPAA for Allied Health Centers, provides an overview of the HIPAA and describes ...
The HIPAA Security Standards
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This chapter, from HIPAA for Allied Health Centers, provides an overview of the HIPAA Security ...
The Importance of Staff Meetings
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The value of staff meetings and suggestions for making them worthwhile.
The Importance of Staff Meetings
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Better communication will engage staff in finding solutions to everyday practice issues.
The Purpose of the Medical Record
Podcast
This podcast will review the many important functions that keeping accurate medical records can ...
The Rap on RAC
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What to expect if an auditor comes as part of the Recovery Audit Contractor program.
The Roles of Exercise and Stress Management
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Web site article from the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine
The Use of Chaperones
Podcast
To keep the Physician-Patient relationship as professional as possible, it is important to always ...
To Encrypt or Not to Encrypt - There is No Question
Podcast
This podcast discusses the value of encrypting data to help with HIPAA compliance (Runtime: 3:03)
To Encrypt or Not to Encrypt?
Podcast
The value of encrypting data to help with HIPAA compliance
To Encrypt or Not to Encrypt?
Podcast
The value of encrypting data to help with HIPAA compliance
Top Ten Management Issues for Medical Office Practices
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Ten common issues that every medical office practice staff needs to be aware of.
Top Three Liability Risks Associated with EMR: Auditing
Podcast
The final part of this three-part podcast series focuses on risk issues encountered with auditing - ...
Top Three Liability Risks Associated with EMR: Auditing
Podcast
The final part of this three-part podcast series focuses on risk issues encountered with auditing - ...
Top Three Liability Risks Associated with EMR: Cloning
Podcast
Part one of this three-part podcast series.
Top Three Liability Risks Associated with EMR: Cloning
Podcast
Part one of this three-part podcast series focuses on the risk issues commonly associated with ...
Top Three Liability Risks Associated with EMR: Templating
Podcast
Part two of this three-part podcast series focuses on risks commonly encountered with the use of ...
Top Three Liability Risks Associated with EMR: Templating
Podcast
Part two of this three-part podcast series focuses on risks commonly encountered with the use of ...
TOS Collections Log
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It is important to track the time of service collections in your practice. This excel document ...
Treating Patients with Limited English Proficiency
Podcast
An increasing number of individuals are classified as having Limited English Proficiency, or LEP. ...
Turning Over Medical Record in Workers' Compensation
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Turning over medical records in workers' compensation cases and whether an employer or insurer is ...
U.S. Public Health Service
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Government agency that is involved in the research and implementation of health initiatives
U.S. Public Health Service
Links
Government agency that is involved in the research and implementation of health initiatives
Understanding the Affordable Care Act
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This AMA website provides resources on changes to health coverage under the ACA, including sample ...
Understanding the HIPAA Risk Assessment
Podcast
The HIPAA Risk Assessment requirements related to protecting electronic protected health ...
Understanding the HIPAA Risk Assessment
Podcast
The HIPAA Risk Assessment requirements related to protecting electronic protected health ...
Using Compliance Fundamentals During COVID-19
Video
President of Medical Revenue Cycle Specialists Kem Tolliver focuses on how to pull together a ...
Virginia and DC Records Requests
Video
Many health care providers have a lot of questions when a records request is received – What do I d ...
W-4 Form
PDF
This form is required for employees to alter their federal withholding allowance.
W-9 Form
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This form is for requesting taxpayer identification number and certification.
Web Page for Maryland's Health Care Provider Community
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The Maryland Insurance Administration develops new web page devoted to Maryland’s Health Care P ...
What Will It Take to Cure EHR Note Bloat?
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This commentary found on Medscape from an OB/GYN will speak to EHR bloat and what it will take to ...
What Will It Take to Cure EHR Note Bloat?
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In this commentary by an OB/GYN discusses EHR bloat and how to cure it.
When Is A Breach Not A Breach? Almost Never
Podcast
The changes to the definition of a breach under HIPAA and how to determine if a breach has ...
When Is A Breach Not A Breach? Almost Never
Podcast
The changes to the definition of a breach under HIPAA and how to determine if a breach has ...
When Patient Finances Impact Patient Compliance
Podcast
As health premiums increase, some insured patients are changing to plans with higher co-pays or ...
Why Can't We Be "Friends"?
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The ramifications of social media and suggestions for reducing legal risks.
Why Can’t We Be “Friends?" The Pitfalls of Social Networking for the Practicing Physician
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If social networking is the wave of the future, how can a Physician reap the rewards while managing ...
Winning at Denial Prevention
Video
President of Medical Revenue Cycle Specialists Kem Tolliver discusses denial prevention strategies ...
Working with Seniors to Help Them Understand
Podcast
This podcast introduces several methods for Physicians to assist older patients in reading, ...
