Patient Photos on Social Media
February 9, 2023
So, you want to share patient photos on your social media. What are some things you should consider first?
Informed Consent Issues in Mohs Surgery
October 31, 2022
Allegations of inadequate informed consent represent one of the top four drivers of malpractice suits for Mohs surgery patients. So what can you do to avoid informed consent lawsuits?
Informed Consent and Privacy Obligations for Couples Therapy
June 9, 2022
Couples therapy sessions require practice policies that reflect this unique provider-patient relationship.
Legal Issues In Prescribing Ketamine for Depression
October 28, 2021
As with most new interventions, ketamine's status as a treatment for depression lacks certainty within the law. Read on to learn how physicians prescribing ketamine can stay compliant.
Sources of Liability in Telemedicine
October 14, 2021
Telehealth can introduce new types of risk for your medical practice. Know what to look for so that you can take steps to reduce your liability.
Informed Consent and Patient Understanding: Ethical and Legal Considerations for Healthcare Providers
September 30, 2021
What happens when constraints such as a language barrier make it difficult for your patient to understand the risks, benefits, and alternatives to the plan of care?
Liability Waivers in Healthcare: Can They Protect You From Patient Accusations of Sexual Harassment?
January 6, 2021
It may sound like a good strategy for preventing sexual harassment lawsuits. But asking patients to waive the right to sue has major drawbacks.
Obtaining Informed Consent in Telehealth
June 14, 2020
How does informed consent for telemedicine differ from that of in-office visits? Learn about the many issues you need to consider if you see patients online.
Informed Consent Liability & Lawsuits: 3 Ways to Get Sued
September 25, 2018
You know that obtaining written informed consent is vital to avoiding lawsuits, but do you know where the legal vulnerabilities actually lie? Understanding three common types of informed consent lawsuits will help you audit your own...
A Medspa Practitioner’s Refresher on Medical Necessity and Cosmetic Treatments
July 16, 2018
In Illinois, almost all health insurance companies and HMOs pay claims based on medical necessity. If a treatment is deemed to be medically necessary, an insurance company or HMO will likely pay the claim on that...