Healthcare Risk Management – February 1, 2014
February 1, 2014
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GWU's victory shows value in fighting fraud charges
George Washington University (GWU) Hospital in Washington, DC, has prevailed in an 18-year-old lawsuit accusing the hospital of False Claims Act violations. -
Hospital whittled down claims to reach summary judgment
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False claims, antitrust risks on the rise
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Risk managers merging employee health with patient safety
Some hospitals are putting more focus on the cost of employee injuries. -
Do you treat worker injuries like patient injuries?
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OSHA might take a closer look at healthcare injuries
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Your 'nicest' patient could sue you for malpractice
The patient who is most compliant and never complains could inadvertently lead staff to provide substandard care. -
Tail insurance is an increasing concern as industry changes
Hospitals are offering tail insurance as part of their efforts to recruit physicians and physician groups, but the move comes with potential risks. -
Med-mal cost growing at slowest rate in 14 years
The cost of medical malpractice is growing at the slowest rate in the 14-year history of the Aon/ASHRM Hospital and Physician Professional Liability Benchmark report. -
Long-term care liability costs on the rise
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CMS issues rule on Stark exceptions
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TJC issues NPSG on clinical alarms
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LRC: Excessive bleeding after childbirth leads to mother's death, over $15 million in damages
Legal Review and Commentary -
LRC: Delayed bacterial infection diagnosis leads to $9.5 million verdict
Legal Review and Commentary