3216: 2017 Lessons Learned from Malpractice Claims

Jackson, TN US
October 5, 2017

Advances in technology, increasing numbers of advanced practice providers and evolving reimbursement models continue to change healthcare delivery and consequently, risks. This program examines actual cases and will focus on top risks from the perspective of a medical malpractice trial lawyer including patient interaction, informed consent, vicarious liability and supervision. We will identify solutions to successfully manage them in today’s environment.

Using an interactive format, the presenter will review several malpractice lawsuits, analyze the “lessons learned” and discuss the current evidence supporting best practices. Physicians, clinicians and staff will all find valuable takeaways in this presentation.

Payment Required

Physicians: $75

Non-Physicians: $25

To purchase this course online with a credit card, please log in and then click the "Take Course" button located on the right side of this page.

To mail or fax in a registration form, you may download and print one by clicking the following PDF link:

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Credit Awarded

10% Premium Credit for Physician Policyholders

2.0 CME Credits for Physicians

Certificate of Attendance for Non-Physicians

Learning Objectives

  1. Identify the most common defense challenges in current malpractice claims.
  2. Describe strategies to increase defensibility in the event of a claim.
  3. Develop best practices to avoid scope of practice and vicarious liability claims.
  4. Develop risk reduction tools.
20-Minute Rule

Physicians arriving more than 20 minutes after the start of the program will not receive a 10% premium credit. Other premium credit options are available.

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Course summary
Course opens: 
02/20/2017
Course expires: 
12/29/2017
Event starts: 
10/05/2017 - 12:00pm
Event ends: 
10/05/2017 - 2:00pm
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DoubleTree Hotel
1770 Hwy 45 Bypass
Jackson, TN 38305
United States

Speaker

F. Laurens "Larry" Brock, JD - Partner, Adams and Reese, LLP

Credit Awarded

10% Premium Credit for Physician Policyholders

2.0 CME Credits for Physicians

Certificate of Attendance for Non-Physicians

AMA Credit Designation

The University of Tennessee College of Medicine designates this live activity for a maximum of 2.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)TM. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Accreditation

This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the Essential Areas and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education through the joint providership of the University of Tennessee College of Medicine and State Volunteer Mutual Insurance Company.  The University of Tennessee College of Medicine is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

Continuing Education for Non-Physicians

Non-Physicians can obtain continuing education credits for attending activities that award AMA Category 1 Credit(s)TM  to physicians.  Check with your licensure/certification board for confirmation. 

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Payment Required

Physicians: $75

Non-Physicians: $25

To purchase this course online with a credit card, please log in and then click the "Take Course" button located above on this page.

To mail or fax in a registration form, you may download and print one by clicking the following PDF link:

PDF icon2017 Live Seminar Registration Form