Risk Management

Get strategies for avoiding malpractice claims and board allegations by accessing our extensive library of articles and posts. NCMIC D.C.s can get even more by logging in and browsing our Examiner archives ... including real-life case studies, articles and Q & As about potential claim situations.

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  ARTICLES & VIDEOS Documentation Mistakes in your records can put your practice at risk.
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  ARTICLES & VIDEOS Operational & Staff Risks Employee and office matters reflect on you and your practice.
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  ARTICLES & VIDEOS Malpractice Defense Considerations when a patient files a lawsuit or is considering one.
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  ARTICLES & VIDEOS Professional Boundaries Reduce the risk that your good intentions will be misconstrued.
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  ARTICLES & VIDEOS Case Studies Read real-life situations and learn from the experiences of others.
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  ARTICLES & VIDEOS Clinical Risks Assess and treat the patient for their treatment and care needs.
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  ARTICLES & VIDEOS Social & Electronic Media Factors to be aware of with popular communication methods.
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  ARTICLES & VIDEOS Board & Regulatory Ways to avoid licensing board and regulatory agency issues.
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  ARTICLES & VIDEOS Patient Interactions Essentials to keep in mind when interacting with patients.
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  ARTICLES & VIDEOS Continuing Education Get CEs and valuable information through NCMIC's many offerings.

Recent Articles

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  7 Fundamental Elements of an Effective Compliance Plan

  Healthcare providers are required by federal law to have a compliance plan. What are the implications for your practice, and how can you ensure your plan is complete?

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  POSTED IN Clinical Risks
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  Electronic vs. Face-to-Face Communication

  A recent survey revealed that the millennial generation prefers electronic communication such as text and email over face-to-face communication with patients and peers. For all healthcare providers, electronic communication can appear to be a boon in time saving. However, there are certain considerations beyond HIPAA to be aware of when it comes to communicating electronically with your patients. Below we explore the value of face-to-face vs. electronic communication such as texting or emailing.

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  How Should I Handle Incidental Findings?

  QUESTION: I noticed an unusual growth on my patient's arm the other day as I was providing an adjustment. Should I have advised her about the potential health issue and referred her to another healthcare provider?

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  POSTED IN Clinical Risks
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  Legal Brief: An Insider΄s View of a Recent Decision

  A jury in Tennessee returned a defense verdict on Friday, July 12, 2019, in the case of 52-year-old Dean Smyth. Edward Ledger, DC, the defendant, was represented by defense attorney Jason Flanders.

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  Case Study: Doctor Drops the Ball in Identifying Patient΄s Coronary Symptoms

  In this case, derived from the NCMIC claims files, the doctor faced a patient with numerous health issues who experienced a cardiac emergency.

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  Risk Refresher: Patient Relations

  No matter how experienced you are as a practitioner, you may see certain types of patients with whom you should exercise additional care.

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  Earn 5% Off Malpractice Insurance While Getting CEs

  Your 5% risk management discount (2.5% for part-time D.C.s) applies for 3 consecutive policy years for completing at least 8 hours of qualifying courses—online and/or onsite.

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  4 Things Not to Do When Documenting

  Good recordkeeping is critical in these litigious times. Consequently, many Doctors of Chiropractic have come to believe that “more is better” when it comes to documentation. However, there are a few "don'ts" in a clinical record that are important to keep in mind.

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  The New Patient

  Although first-time patients usually aren't problematic, this article shares why they require special consideration.

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  What Is My Risk with a Walk-in Patient?

  Question: I plan to move my practice to a busy street next to a regional mall. I'd like to take advantage of the location and build my practice by encouraging walk-ins. I think it would be a great opportunity to reach people who have back or neck pain to try chiropractic care for the first time. What liability issues should I be aware of with accepting walk-ins?

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  POSTED IN Patient Interactions