EHR Copy and Paste Best Practices Toolkit Released Copying and pasting information in EHRs is a common practice that can save busy physicians and other staff valuable time, but it can also introduce significant errors into the record. In an effort to help physicians make the most of the copy and paste function while protecting the integrity of the record, the Partnership for Health IT Patient Safety released a toolkit for the safe use of copy and paste in February 2016. Read More | ISMP: Dispelling a Few Myths The Institute for Safe Medication Practices (ISMP) would like to extend its sincere thanks to the many healthcare providers, consumers, advocacy groups, organizations, agencies, and companies that have allowed us to be part of their journey to reduce patient harm from medication errors. It has been both a distinct privilege and a profound responsibility to touch the lives of so many during the past year. Since becoming a charitable organization more than two decades ago, ISMP has pursues a singular mission to advance patient safety worldwide by empowering the healthcare community, including consumers, to prevent medication errors Read More | Exploring the Intersection of Concurrent Surgeries and False Claims Enforcement The practice of concurrent surgeries has become a top concern for hospitals across the country following a Boston Globe investigation into the practices of a reputable Massachusetts hospital. In October, the Globe published a lengthy exposé into the practice of "concurrent" or "double-booking" surgeries at Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH), ranked as the top hospital in the nation by U.S. News and World Report in 2015-2016. The Globe's investigation revealed an ongoing battle within the health system that pitted one long-time surgeon against the hospital's top brass in his quest to eliminate concurrent surgeries. Read More | The Safety Issue On which side of the aisle do you stand on the subject of change? Things change – or – things never change? The only constant is change – or – it’s always the same old thing? When it comes to the lab safety culture, there are some generally-accepted thoughts. Change is difficult. Change is slow. Change takes persistence and patience. Read More | Featured Webcast: Drug Diversion in Healthcare: Improve Security & Avoid Fines When UF Failed drug diversion programs in hospitals have led to record fines levied against facilities. Preventing theft of controlled substances at hospitals is also of high importance and continues to be an issue even with increased security measures. In the midst of heightened scrutiny over drug security, hospitals must improve their processes to avoid litigation. Read More |
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