Law & Medicine
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Update on malpractice trends
Are malpractice claims really on the decline? And how much protection do apology laws actually provide physicians?
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Doctors, drug reps, and free speech
What impact have recent court decisions had on physicians’ freedom of speech rights?
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EMTALA Part III: Case law
This is the third installment of a three-part series. Question: Based on case law, which of the following statements is most appropriate regarding...
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Law & Medicine: How case law shapes EMTALA
In the 3 decades since Congress enacted the Emergency Medical Treatment and Labor Act, the statute has, as expected, spawned numerous lawsuits.
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EMTALA – statutory law
Penalties for EMTALA violations include fines up to $50,000 per violation, and/or nullification of Medicare provider agreements.
Commentary
Facing a medical board investigation
What steps should you take when your state medical board requests the medical records of an angry patient who has filed a formal complaint against...
Commentary
Medical boards investigating negligence
Medical Verdicts
Why did testing stop at EKG—especially given family history? ... More
Why did testing stop at EKG—especially given family history? After complaining of chest pain, a 37-year-old man underwent an electrocardiogram (...
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Law & Medicine: Disciplinary function of state medical boards
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Law & Medicine: Discovery rule and statute of limitations
When does the clock start – and run out – on the time period in which a patient can bring a malpractice claim?