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CAP regularly publishes newsletters, bulletins, and other valuable sources of information containing timely news and advice in the areas of patient safety, risk management, practice management, and other medical-related topics.

CAPsules is our monthly member bulletin that serves as a valuable resource for important news, exclusive services, benefits, and products designed to add even greater value to CAP members.

September 2016
After 37 Years in Pediatrics, Practice Still Makes Perfect

Dr. Vilaivan Tarin has run a well-respected medical practice for nearly 40 years. Some doctors might be tempted to coast on their hard-won reputation. Dr. Tarin is not one of them.

The Danger of Relying on Others to Review Meds Before Surgery

Hospitals and surgery centers operate with a number of individuals taking responsibility for a variety of tasks. A surgeon’s reliance on others, however, for the pre-surgery review of medications can expose a patient to catastrophic injury.

The Bad News, The Good News, and How To Handle Both

In the risk management business, the bad news is not if regarding claims against doctors, it is when. The good news is that, over the years, as a direct result of our exclusive Risk Management strategies, the Cooperative of American Physicians has been able to substantially reduce the probability of a lawsuit (or claim) being filed against you.

California CURES Legislation Advances

Current Senate Bill SB 482 by State Senator Ricardo Lara (D-Bell Gardens) would require physicians to check California's Controlled Substance Utilization Review and Evaluation System (CURES) database when prescribing Schedule II or III drugs to a patient for the first time, and regularly if treatment continues.

CAPAdvantage Programs That Save You Money … and Provide You with the Financing You Need!

By now, you’ve probably heard a lot about CAPAdvantage, CAP’s new program that offers members free or competitively priced products and services that help ease the administrative and financial burden of running a medical practice.

Next Litigation Education Retreat Scheduled for October 22 in Orange County

Our next Litigation Education Retreat, and the final one we will be offering this year, takes place in Orange County on October 22.

Merit-based Incentive Payment System Checklist: Steps You Can Take Now

While the first year for the Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act is 2019, the performance period is 2017 (unless modified in the final rule). Thus, performance in 2017 will determine payment adjustments in 2019.

The Physician's Action Guide to Business Insurance Now Available

To help physicians understand and navigate the insurance world, CAP and CAP Physicians Insurance Agency have jointly produced The Physician's Action Guide to Business Insurance.

CAP's Membership Services Department Can Help You with Your Year-End Planning

If you are contemplating a change in your practice, please advise us in writing no later than October 31, 2016 to be considered eligible for waiver or proration of the 2017 assessment.

New Disclosure Statement Now Available

The 2016 Disclosure Statement is now available and can be reviewed at any time on our corporate website in the “Member Access” section.

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Risk E-Notes

Protect your practice with our email newsletter that offers risk management and patient safety tips.

Documenting a Return Visit (Even If It’s PRN)

As every patient visit concludes with a documented office visit encounter, the visit note should include when the patient is advised to return. It is important for the provider to document when a patient should return to the office and for what purpose. 

Promoting Accountability Through The Patient Partnership Plan

The Patient Partnership Plan was developed by CAP risk management and patient safety specialists to help physicians increase the levels of accountability of the patient by managing their levels of expectations, thus reducing risk and liability.

When Can Minors Consent to Their Own Treatment?

In general, minors (individuals under the age of 18 years) require a parent or legal guardian to consent for medical care and treatment. However, there are a few exceptions that allow minors to provide their own consent for certain types of medical care.

Free Online Risk Management Training for Your Office Staff

Since 2011, CAP's Risk Management Institute has provided online risk management training to medical office staff. Designed specifically for front and back office staff, the Risk Management Institute is available exclusively to CAP member practices free of charge.

Medical Record Release Form and Medication Safety Protocols

CAP has revised its Medical Record Release Form font size (Authorization for Use and Disclosure of Medical Information) per regulation of the California Medical Information Act. Also, read recommendations for establishing written protocols for ordering and/or administration of medications in the office.

Webinar Announcement and Medi-Cal Reimbursement
  • CAP's Free CME Accredited Webinar on Concussion Evaluation and Management  
  • Medi-Cal joins Medicare in reimbursing providers for advanced care planning discussions. 
California Senate Bill 277 Eliminates the Religious and Personal Beliefs Exemption (PBE)

On June 30, 2015, California Governor Jerry Brown signed Senate Bill 277 into law. SB 277 removes the personal belief exemption (PBE) from school vaccination requirements and allows exemptions only for medical reasons.  SB 277 will go into effect on July 1, 2016.

California End of Life Option Act Effective June 9, 2016

Starting June 9, 2016, a terminally ill California adult who has been diagnosed with a disease that will result in death within six months, and who is mentally competent, can request a doctor’s prescription for medications intended to end his or her life as long as all of the law's required criteria are met.

CURES 2.0: Have You Registered?

In California law, all individuals practicing in California who possess both a state regulatory board license authorized to prescribe, dispense, furnish, or order controlled substances and a Drug Enforcement Administration Controlled Substance Registration Certificate (DEA Certificate) must register for access to the Controlled Substance Utilization Review and Evaluation System (CURES) by July 1, 2016.

End of Life Podcast ‘The Talk’ Series

The End of Life Option Act permits terminally ill adults with capacity to make medical decisions to be prescribed an aid-in-dying medication if certain conditions are met. This law takes effect on June 9, 2016.

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