Tag Archives: HIPAA
5 Tips for Reducing the Risk of a Lawsuit in Physician Practices
We know that physician practices can benefit tremendously by developing and following a proactive risk management program. Sound practices can improve patient safety, avoid lawsuits and ensure consistent regulatory compliance. Each practice is unique and therefore needs an individualized approach based on factors such as specialty type and patient profiles – but we have outlined Continue Reading »
5 Dangerous Misconceptions About Cyber Liability Exposures
Misconception #1 Cyber breaches are mostly a result of foreign offshore sophisticated hackers who are only targeting large retail and healthcare systems. In reality, the most common types of breaches are: Lost, stolen or missing electronic assets Improper disposal of data Paper documents not shredded File cabinets with sensitive contents Prescription bottles X-Ray images Electronic Continue Reading »
5 Tips for Reducing Cyber Security Risk in Telemedicine
E-visits are just one way technology is revolutionizing the delivery of health care and challenging traditional medical regulations. The term “telemedicine” embraces everything from stateside dermatologists scrutinizing images of soldiers’ skin lesions from another country to wearable sensors monitoring elderly patients’ vital signs at home. Specialists at major medical centers regularly consult with doctors at Continue Reading »
Do most physicians have a plan for proactive risk management?
Good doctors not only treat what ails their patients, they also educate and encourage their patients to take steps – like nutrition and exercise — that will hopefully prevent illnesses. The same goes for physicians and their practices – smart physicians develop strategies to control risks and improve patient safety. They also plan for the Continue Reading »
VIDEO SPOTLIGHT – The Correctional Healthcare Program
NSU Healthcare is the only insurance program focusing specifically on the unique needs of correctional healthcare providers. Learn more about this exceptional program in this video featuring our VP of Healthcare, Ben Newman. Our program offers: Broad liability insurance coverage, including defense for deliberate indifference claims and HIPAA violations Correctional specific risk management resources Dedicated Continue Reading »