![]() It only takes one circumstance for the oversight to result in a case that is difficult to defend. Examples of preventable problems include such things as not updating rules and regulations annually (putting a new date on an old policy is not an annual review) or allowing a physician to perform a new procedure without demonstrating the training required for it. Hospitals and physicians that do not take these matters seriously will often find themselves in situations that could be avoided. Typically, the cases I review are either related to the hospital not following Joint Commission standards, either by ignoring required policies and procedures, or physician credentialing and privileging matters. It is becoming increasingly likely that the hospital will be included in the claim as plaintiff attorneys are very aware that courts are finding corporate negligence as a factor in many claims, and more and more states are recognizing corporate negligence as a contributing issue.Īs a consultant and expert witness, I see many cases that could be avoided with some thoughtful review and analysis. The clinical issues are always analyzed, but often overlooked is the evaluation of the corporate responsibilities of the hospital involved in the matter. Medical malpractice cases require stringent and comprehensive clinical review, and hospitals always employ medical experts to review their cases. Can hospitals and physicians proactively prevent these damaging blows to their financial health and reputations? It can be especially damaging to the leadership of the organization as they find that their credibility is lessened when they discuss patient safety and quality of care, and staff know that their actions may not match their words. Often there is accompanying damage to a hospital's reputation and to staff morale. Medical malpractice claims cost the healthcare industry billions of dollars, but the costs include more than just dollars. Past Issues - Becker's Clinical Leadership & Infection Control.Current Issue - Becker's Clinical Leadership & Infection Control.Becker's Cardiology + Heart Surgery Podcast.Becker's Ambulatory Surgery Centers Podcast.Becker’s Digital Health + Health IT Podcast.Digital Innovation + Patient Experience and Marketing Virtual Event.Conference Reviewers: Request for More Information.The Future of Dentistry Roundtable October.29th Annual Meeting - The Business & Operations of ASCs.8th Annual Health IT + Digital Health + RCM Conference.20th Annual Spine, Orthopedic & Pain Management-Driven ASC Conference.Clinical Leadership & Infection Control.
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