Publications & Resources

Recent analysis indicates physicians are experiencing EHR alert fatigue, which can harm patient care. Health systems can adopt strategies to ensure patient safety, while optimizing use of the technology.

New York State dentists are invited to join us for several upcoming webinars in June. The topics include employment law, contracts, professional liability and common claims against dentists. Read the event details in this blog.

COVID-19 has forced substantial shifts in how dentists, and many professionals, work every day. Over the past year, dentists have had a chance to reexamine the way they practice and determine if those habits still make sense in the face of a threat like COVID-19. In a recent article, Dr. Lauren Patton reflects on the teachings of 2020. Read about the lessons she learned during the pandemic.

Telehealth use requires health systems to ensure existing policies and procedures protect patient health information and privacy.

New York State dentists are invited to join us for four webinars in May covering risk management, common claims, and defensive dentistry. One of these events is worth four CE hours! Read the event details in this blog and register now to reserve your spot.

On June 10, MLMIC risk management experts will join HANYS to present “Standards and Liability,” a webinar with risk management strategies to address aggressive patient behavior in the workplace.

The Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality Patient Safety Network’s annual perspective summarizes COVID-19’s impact on patient safety and strategies for addressing these evolving challenges.

From making employment decisions, to risk management strategies, to choosing a professional liability carrier, our “Tips for New Dentists” series has covered important information as you prepare for your first year of practice. Now, we want to focus on that very first day. What can you do to make it as smooth as possible? Here’s how to set yourself up for success.

MLMIC’s analysis of chief medical factors associated with improper performance shows that multiple specialties are involved and different types of procedures are triggering lawsuits.

Newly enacted provisions of the 21st Century Cures Act hold significant implications for our insureds and require healthcare providers to take steps that ensure compliance.