Since 1992, every healthcare provider in the United States has been subject to the Americans Disability Act in two ways. The healthcare provider must comply with the federal law as … Continued

With regulated medical waste, you have both federal considerations (OSHA) and state regulations. It is best if you keep a copy of your contract with your private waste company and … Continued

Every state has regulations against impaired physicians. The key is if you get yourself in a program recognized by your state BEFORE you hurt anyone! Read that sentence carefully. There … Continued

The Standard of Care is a legal concept in the law of negligence. It is defined by Black’s Law Dictionary as: “that degree of care which a reasonably prudent person … Continued

A topic that comes up many times is the subject of recording negative findings in one’s medical records. I would like a nickel for every time a client states that … Continued

I review medical charts on a regular basis as part of my job. Many private offices still use handwritten charts. It is totally acceptable. However, what is not acceptable is … Continued

To all medical providers who are now opened or are about to open, many states, including New York, require a written safety plan. Federally, a plan is required, but nothing … Continued

In New York, a written reopening safety plan is required. The CDC for the rest of the country refers to a “plan”. Best that it is written. It does not … Continued

Do not forget OSHA requirements as to safety and cleanliness. Have staff go through all medications and samples to make sure usefulness date not expired. Have staff go through the … Continued

Now that many of you will be reopening your offices, here are a few reminders of best practices to protect both you and your patients: Make sure your charts include … Continued