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RISK MANAGEMENT MINUTE
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RISK MANAGEMENT MINUTE – The Risks of Texting Patient Reminders: Chiropractors, Phones, and Liability
Guidance from ChiroFutures Malpractice Insurance Program For many chiropractors, the relationship with patients extends beyond the four walls of a clinic. With the ubiquity of smartphones and the instantaneous nature of digital communication, it can be tempting for...
RISK MANAGEMENT MINUTE – Functional Medicine in Chiropractic Practice: Understanding Liability and Insurance Needs
Insights and Advice from ChiroFutures Malpractice Insurance Program As more chiropractors branch out into diverse areas of health and wellness, many find themselves pondering the intricacies of functional medicine. Dr. Marley's concerns provide a prime example of the...
RISK MANAGEMENT MINUTE – Navigating the Complexities of Personal Injury Cases: A Risk Management Perspective
Ensuring Chiropractic Care Aligns with Professional Judgement and Legal Boundaries The medical and legal fields often intertwine, particularly in personal injury (PI) cases, where the determination of treatment scope, its necessity, and the associated costs can get...
RISK MANAGEMENT MINUTE – Medicare & Chiropractors: Navigating the Complex Waters
Why it's Crucial to Understand Medicare Compliance and How ChiroFutures Can Assist When it comes to Medicare, chiropractors often find themselves in a complicated web of rules and regulations. Recently, Dr. James found himself in a perplexing situation that many...
RISK MANAGEMENT MINUTE – Why Vicarious Liability Coverage Is a Non-Negotiable in Your Malpractice Insurance
Protect Your Chiropractic Practice with Comprehensive Coverage from ChiroFutures In the chiropractic world, the professional relationships you foster aren't just between you and your patients; they often extend to a team of other healthcare providers, including...
RISK MANAGEMENT MINUTE – Vicarious Liability in Chiropractic Practices
Uncovering the Legal Theories that Could Assign Responsibility to Chiropractors in Cases of Misconduct by Independent Contractors In the context where a chiropractor and his business hires or rents space to an independent contractor (IC) such as a massage therapist,...
RISK MANAGEMENT MINUTE – Navigating Challenging Waters: Risk Management & Care of Perpetrators
Protecting Your Practice and Maintaining a Safe Environment In the dynamic landscape of healthcare, practitioners often face myriad challenges that require careful navigation. Ensuring the safety and well-being of both patients and staff is paramount, a fact that...
RISK MANAGEMENT MINUTE – Navigating the Complex Landscape of Telemedicine in Chiropractic Practice
How Dr. Linda's Query Reveals the Importance of Robust Risk Management and the Right Malpractice Insurance Telehealth is no longer the future of healthcare; it's the present. Driven by the COVID-19 pandemic, telemedicine has been rapidly adopted across various medical...
RISK MANAGEMENT MINUTE – Navigating Records Requests for Former Patients: A Risk Management Perspective
How Malpractice Insurance Programs like ChiroFutures Can Guide You Through Complex Legal Requirements When healthcare practitioners move between practices, they often find themselves in a murky situation regarding patient records, especially for those patients who are...
RISK MANAGEMENT MINUTE – Navigating No-Show and Late Cancellation Fees: A Risk Management Perspective
Why Your Chiropractic Practice Needs a Uniform Policy and How ChiroFutures Malpractice Insurance Program Can Help No-shows and late cancellations can be more than just a nuisance for healthcare providers—they can also be a significant drain on resources and can...