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Research Professionals Question Structure, Effectiveness of IRBs
Finding ways to evaluate IRB ethical quality and effectiveness has been an elusive ideal. Two research professionals are advocating for directly measuring quality of board oversight, rather than relying on the structure of the IRB. An upcoming U.S. Government Accountability Office evaluation of commercial IRBs also may promote the conversation.
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Court Vacates $911,000 Malpractice Verdict on Expert Testimony Rule
This case provides another example of how trial strategy and preparation is essential to the positive outcome of a case, with particular focus on the selection and retention of expert witnesses. Expert witnesses often can make or break a case, and that is true for either party in a medical malpractice action.
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Online Ratings Pose Risk of Defamation, May Need Response
The risk of defamation increases with the proliferation of online rating services in the medical industry, experts say.
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What to Do When Malpractice Allegations Become Defamation
Medical malpractice litigation can get ugly, with passionate plaintiffs and indignant clinicians or hospital administrators firing off heated accusations and insults. But where is the line where a malpractice allegation becomes defamation? What can be done when that happens?
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Summary of HHS Guidance on Provider Relief Fund Compliance
The reporting requirements for the Provider Relief Fund should not be a surprise to healthcare organizations. “Free” money usually comes with a lot of strings attached.
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Recommended Elements of a Compliance Program
Provider Relief Fund compliance will require an extensive and far-reaching program, experts note.
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Provider Relief Funds Require Strict Compliance Program
Risk managers and compliance officers should act now to ensure compliance programs are consistent with the latest guidelines from the Department of Health and Human Services.
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Ongoing Noncompliance Leads to Serious Settlement for Small Clinic
Regardless of the size of a healthcare operation, the government will administer punishment for regulatory violations, especially if those errors stem from the facility's careless oversight.
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Right of Access Initiative Yields Major Settlements with OCR
Much confusion remains about when healthcare entities can and cannot release information under HIPAA. There are some lessons to be learned from recent enforcement actions.
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IHI Issues Action Plan on Patient Safety
The Institute for Healthcare Improvement’s National Steering Committee for Patient Safety recently released its national action plan, aimed at helping healthcare organizations reduce preventable medical harm.