Practice Managers: Learn to Identify Practice Exposures and Reduce Risk

As a member of the nation’s largest physician-owned medical malpractice insurer, you have access to unique, industry-leading resources and benefits. This quarter, we’re proud to feature Risk Management Fundamentals for the Practice Manager, a comprehensive program consisting of 16 on-demand lessons addressing high-risk areas for financial loss from lawsuits, regulatory noncompliance, injuries, or accidents, as well as areas known to improve patient safety and quality of care. Practice managers play a critical role in supporting physicians and staff to provide the highest quality of patient care and ensure a positive patient experience. Our complimentary program is exclusive to all member practice managers, both clinical and nonclinical, who are new to the role or seek further education regarding the application of risk management and patient safety measures in an office-based medical or dental practice. The lessons are self-paced by the participant and will guide the practice manager through assessing the practice and developing an improvement plan based on practical strategies.

Learn more about the program, or enroll now by contacting your patient safety risk manager or Member Services at (800) 421-2368.

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