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Medical Malpractice Insights: Brain Abscess

EMDocs

The goal of MMI-LFL is to improve patient safety, educate physicians and reduce the cost and stress of medical malpractice lawsuits. Exam documents that he is alert and oriented but “tired appearing” and “not appearing post-ictal.” Defense : The EP did address the seizure when he documented “not post-ictal.”

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Healthcare Compliance for New Providers: Getting Started

American Medical Compliance

Patient safety is a critical concern, with the World Health Organization (WHO) estimating that 1 in 10 patients is harmed while receiving healthcare. Compliance with healthcare regulations is crucial not only for avoiding legal repercussions but also for ensuring high standards of patient care and safety.

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Medical Malpractice Insights: A Rare Presentation – Groin pain? Nec fasc? Diabetes? Appendicitis?

EMDocs

The goal of MMI-LFL is to improve patient safety, educate physicians and reduce the cost and stress of medical malpractice lawsuits. Exam is normal except for tenderness as documented in the diagram. She never had a documented abdominal exam. I just failed to document it. Stories of med mal lawsuits can save lives.