ED Legal Letter – June 1, 2016

June 1, 2016

• The Battle Against Protectionism in the Utilization of Telemedicine

  Telemedicine allows technology to access patients, wherever they are, via cost-effective methods with documented quality outcomes.

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• EP Failed to Administer tPA for Stroke: Is Malpractice Claim Defensible?

  Reasoning must be clear in ED chart.

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• Settlement of Med/Mal Claim Could Cause EP Unexpected Problems

  A quick settlement can seem very appealing to any EP defendant facing protracted litigation, but EPs should be aware of the repercussions.

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• Does Phone Consult Establish Patient-Physician Relationship?

  EPs cannot safely assume that a consultant who gives advice over the phone will be held liable if a bad outcome results.

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