Medical Ethics
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Observation index ensures efficient audit
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Study: Not all published trial data is complete
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QI review finds problem with IRB's IC form
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Staffing, collaborations top IRB issues
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QI projects aim to prevent problems, improve processes
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IRB creates user-friendly chart review application
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Record number of fraud cases in past year
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HMA execs claim kickbacks to physicians
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HMA lawsuits, indictment highlight whistleblower risk
The eight False Claims Act lawsuits being pursued against Health Management Associates (HMA) illustrate the risk that hospital executives take when they aggressively seek increased revenue without adequately assessing the potential for fraud charges, say healthcare fraud experts who are watching the case closely. -
HRM LRC: Botched genetic testing yields massive verdict of $50 million
A young child was diagnosed with an unbalanced chromosomal translocation, a chromosomal abnormality resulting in the need for 24-hour care throughout his life.