American Medical Compliance

AUGUST 29, 2024

Just like medical errors, falls are preventable incidents that require careful monitoring, proper safety protocols, and prompt interventions to minimize risk and protect patient well-being. Understanding this definition helps healthcare providers recognize the importance of fall prevention as a critical aspect of patient safety.

Patient Safety 98

Patient Safety Documentation/Coding Wellness 98

EMDocs

JULY 25, 2024

The goal of MMI-LFL is to improve patient safety, educate physicians and reduce the cost and stress of medical malpractice lawsuits. 0321 : During triage one of the officers informs the nurse of the patient’s detailed suicide plan. There is no documented handoff to the on-coming emergency physician (EP) who assumes care.

Documentation/Coding 104

Documentation/Coding Hospitals Patient Safety Emergency Department 104

EMDocs

AUGUST 22, 2024

13 Interventions may include: Ascertaining a patient’s preferred language early in the clinical encounter (during registration, for instance), and clearly documenting this preference in a place that is visible to all providers. Educating patients on their rights. Utilizing certified interpreters and documenting their use.

Documentation/Coding 104

Documentation/Coding Emergency Department Federal Emergency Management Agency Best Practices 104

American Medical Compliance

AUGUST 7, 2024

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.

Hazardous Materials 105

Hazardous Materials Documentation/Coding Legal Issues Patient Safety 105

American Medical Compliance

JULY 2, 2024

Instances of Unprofessional Behavior Instances of unprofessional conduct in healthcare can undermine patient safety, cause distrust, and negatively impact team dynamics. Document observations consistently to identify patterns and trends over time. To become certified, please visit us at: American Medical Compliance (AMC).

Patient Safety 97

Patient Safety Documentation/Coding Outcomes Wellness 97

Mind The Bleep

JULY 26, 2023

Good Medical Practice is the GMC’s core guidance document (a new version is out this year) and there are supporting documents covering important areas like consent , confidentiality , prescribing and treating children. Take care to document these discussions in the records. Most employers will have a chaperones policy too.

Documentation/Coding 52

Documentation/Coding Patient Safety Wellness Hospitals 52

ACEP Now

MARCH 13, 2024

Emergency departments (EDs) provide the essential service of evaluating patients with unscheduled, acute, undifferentiated, and decompensated conditions. Consequences of this are well documented and include delayed treatment, exposure to error, increased length of stay, and increased mortality. ED crowding impairs this mission.

Ethical Issues 52

Ethical Issues Emergency Department Operations Hospitals 52