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Drug Diversion Still a Serious Compliance, Patient Safety Issue
Drug diversion remains as big a problem in healthcare organizations as ever, threatening the safety of patients and quality of care provided by impaired clinicians. Addressing the problem will require a comprehensive effort from risk managers and medical leaders.
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Hospital Wins Dismissal After Expert Nurse Excluded in Neonatal Injury Suit
In a professional negligence case, an appellate court affirmed summary judgment in favor of a healthcare provider after the plaintiffs failed to present admissible expert evidence on both breach of care and causation.
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Failure to Match Board Certifications Leads to Malpractice Case Dismissal
In a medical malpractice case, an appellate court affirmed the dismissal of a wrongful death claim against a critical care physician because of the plaintiff’s failure to submit a compliant affidavit of merit.
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Telehealth Requires Scrutiny on Standard of Care
Healthcare organizations continue to face potential liability from telehealth issues and must take steps to ensure patients receive quality care no matter the method of delivery.
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AI Becoming New Threat to Data Security
The increasing use of artificial intelligence is posing a new type of threat to the security of patient data and financial information.
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Misuse of Opioids Leading to More Fraud Investigations
Opioid-related fraud litigation is a trend continuing to gain momentum in FCA enforcement.
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The Evolution of the False Claims Act
Waste, fraud, and abuse have plagued the United States government for more than 150 years.
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Ethicists Expect Difficult Questions on AI Tools to Come Up During Consults
Artificial intelligence (AI) prognostic tools introduce ethical concerns about transparency, consent, bias, and explainability. Ethicists play a vital role in guiding responsible use, supporting clinicians, and preparing for challenging scenarios where AI intersects with patient care decisions.
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DOJ Targeting Healthcare for False Claims Act Enforcement
Federal regulators and law enforcement are looking hard at healthcare organizations for False Claims Act (FCA) violations at the same time other sectors are enjoying less scrutiny. Healthcare leaders should take a hard look at their compliance programs to ensure they are doing all they can to avoid FCA enforcement actions.
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Informed Consent Is Central Ethics Concern with Xenotransplantation Clinical Trials
Xenotransplant trials raise ethical issues, particularly around informed consent. Researchers must address participant understanding, therapeutic misconceptions, long-term risks, and vulnerable populations while ensuring transparency, safety, and equitable decision-making.