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The latest news and analysis about patient safety and healthcare quality.
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Featured Story | Medical Malpractice Rate Dropped Over 10-Year Period | When looking at the number of defendants per 100 physicians, the steepest decline was in OB-GYN claims with a 44% drop over 10 years. The drop is possibly attributable to focused safety efforts in labor & delivery over the last 15 years, but more research is needed. |
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News & Analysis | Using Digital Dashboards to Reduce Wait Times | Known in the industry as e-consultations, the telemedicine platforms help connect PCPs with specialists to help improve care management and care coordination for patients. The services are being touted as a cost-effective way to expand access to care and improve outcomes, as well. |
Educating Consumers About Genetic Testing | A 2018 study published in Genetics in Medicine by clinical testing lab Ambry Genetics found these DTC genetic tests had a 40% false positive rate. In addition, 17% of variants in raw data from DTC tests were misinterpreted as high risk. |
The Relationship Between Supply Chain and the Frontline Clinician | The intent of this paper is to begin filling the void in the literature as to the importance of the clinician and supply chain relationship and its impact on achievement of the Quadruple Aim, and to make recommendations for alignment between frontline clinicians and the supply chain. This paper will also contend that an “invisible” healthcare supply chain represents a high-functioning, efficient supply chain as clinician needs are being met, resulting in quality care administration among other areas of impact. |
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| Product Spotlight | Dan “The Lab Safety Man” Scungio, MT(ASCP), SLS, CQA (ASQ), has completely revamped this trusted lab safety training and compliance resource. The Complete Guide to Laboratory Safety, Fifth Edition, consolidates regulations from all relevant agencies, including OSHA, The Joint Commission, CAP, CLSI, DOT, and state health departments. This book also offers customizable policies, procedures, and checklists to avoid costly fines and enhance your compliance program. Order now! | |
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