Patient Safety We are committed to reducing risk in your practice.

We were the first medical malpractice insurer to establish a patient safety department, and we set the industry standard with innovative products and services that improve patient care and help you avoid claims.

Non-FDA-Approved Intrauterine Devices

Purchasing and using non-FDA-approved IUDs from sources outside the U.S. is illegal and may subject physicians to regulatory sanctions and additional liability. More . . .

EHR “Meaningful Use”

The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services has issued a proposed rule to implement the electronic health record incentive program. More . . .

General Risk ARTICLES

  

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Case Studies
Communication
FAQs
Informed Consent
Litigation and Claims
Practice Guidelines
Professional Conduct
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Risk Management
Risk Tips
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Obstetrics and Gynecology		   Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Oncology
Pathology
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Additional Patient Safety/Risk Management  Resources

Hands-on, down-to-business tools and resources you can use to protect your patients and yourself.