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| 1. |  Practice Management Online Medical Liability Video Series (2009)
American Academy of Pediatrics
A series of videos have been developed to assist American Academy of Pediatrics members with some important aspects of medical liability. These videos provide an overview of medical liability insurance, medical liability issues, and common reasons that pediatricians are sued.
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| 2. | If You Think Your Patient Might Sue… (2006)
Steven M. Donn, MD, Member, AAP Committee on Medical Liability and Risk Management
Readers learn to spot warning signs of possible malpractice suits and the appropriate steps to take.
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| 3. | Current Trends in Malpractice (2008)
American Academy of Pediatrics
Although pediatricians are sued less than other specialties, approximately 33% of pediatricians are sued in their career. Malpractice coverage is necessary. This provides an overview of options. (From the Launching Your Career in Pediatrics Handbook.)
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| 4. | Improve Vaccine Liability Protection (2006)
American Academy of Pediatrics
A one-page resource that provides AAP Chapters and pediatricians with information on ways they can improve their vaccine liability protection; including the use of Vaccine Information Statements, discussion about vaccines with patients and parents, and documentation. |
| 6. | Reducing Vaccine Liability: Strategies for Pediatricians (2005)
American Academy of Pediatrics
"Reducing Vaccine Liability" gives background on the Vaccine Injury Compensation Program and VAERS. The section also provides tips for reducing liability and pediatric practice resources. |
| 7. | Buying Professional Liability Insurance 101 (2004)
American Academy of Pediatrics
Buying professional liability insurance takes time, effort and care. Pediatricians put their careers at risk when they assume that someone else has taken care of these decisions. This chapter informs pediatricians how to make sure that a carrier is reputable and stable, the policy is adequate, and there are no gaps in coverage.
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| 8. | Where We Stand on Medical Liability Reform (2004)
American Academy of Pediatrics
Features information on the AAP's stand on medical liability reform as well as a list of reforms that are needed to make sure patients receive timely, full, and fair awards when a wrongful or neglectful medical event occurs.
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| 12. | Be aware of difference between employees, independent contractors (Pediatricians and the Law) (2007)
Matthew C. Jones, Esq. And Paul D. Snitzer, Esq.
Determining whether a physician is functioning as an employee or an independent contractor is essential to good business. It is an area receiving considerable scrutiny from the IRS and not a decision to be made lightly. This article provides important factors to be considered when determining whether a physician should be classified as an employee or an independent contractor.
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| 13. | CMS Issues Final Stark Phase III Regulations (2007)
AAP Committee on Medical Liability and Risk Management
This article announces that the final Stark Phase III regulations have been published in the Federal Register and provides a URL for accessing the regulations.
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| 14. | Pediatric Education in Community and Office Settings (Starter Kit for Community Preceptors) (2007)
American Academy of Pediatrics
The Starter Kit for Community Preceptors is offered to the practicing pediatrician who wants to provide a practical experience in an office setting for a medical student or resident. The Starter Kit provides practical tips, information, resources, and activites for pediatricians to use at every stage of their experience as community preceptors. |
| 15. | Federal Government Turns Up the Heat on Health Care Fraud Enforcement (2009)
Robert A. Mendelson, MD, FAAP Committee on Medical Liability and Risk Management Member
In 2009, the Health Care Fraud and Prevention Enforcement Action Team was developed. The goal of this team is to detect and prevent Medicare and Medicaid fraud. This article provides a background on the program as well as how the program affects pediatricians.
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| 16. | Medical Liability Questions and Answers (2009)
Robert A. Mendelson, MD, FAAP Committee on Medical Liability and Risk Management Member
This article provides medical liability information on Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), speaking off the record, and reviewing dictation.
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| 17. | 'Get it in writing' is good advice when it comes to tail insurance coverage (2009)
American Academy of Pediatrics
One of the most important things to understand about a claims-made medical liability insurance policy is that when you leave the insurer that issued the policy, you are not covered for future claims. This article describes the importance of "tail" coverage, otherwise known as an "extended reporting endorsement."
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| 18. | AAP Member Benefit: Members Liability Insurance Program (2009)
American Academy of Pediatrics
The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) member benefit affinity program offers a Members Liability Insurance Program. Through the program, members receive exclusive premium discounts and exceptional coverage and offers consultative services.
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| 20. | Obtaining Insurance Coverage (2009)
American Academy of Pediatrics
When opening a practice, it is vital that you obtain the appropriate insurance. This section lists the insurance policies needed. (From the Launching Your Career in Pediatrics Handbook.)
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