Take Aim at Risk, CAP's flagship risk management course, was developed by CAP's risk management experts to help physicians prevent patient injury and reduce malpractice claims. It is comprised of seven modules focusing on critical risk management topics and offers 2.5 hours of CME credit. The program explores the main factors that lead to medical errors, such as communication breakdowns and medication mismanagement. In addition to guidance on longstanding malpractice topics such as apologies, informed consent, and documentation, Take Aim at Risk's revised content now addresses e-prescribing guidelines, updated nurse practitioner (NP) and physician assistant (PA) supervision requirements, new specifications related to email, texting, and telehealth, and much more. 

If you would like to enroll in this program, please contact Alicia Alexander at 213-576-8503 or at aalexander@CAPphysicians.com.

As a benefit of membership, CAP offers access to a variety of virtual risk management activities for Continuing Medical Education (CME) credit. CAP's Free On-Demand CME offerings now include: 

• Key Strategies for Addressing Violence in the Medical Practice*

• Medication Errors and Your Liability: Tips for Reducing Risk*

• Establishing a Positive Patient Relationship… and Knowing When and How to Let Go*

• Avoiding Critical Flaws in the Consent Process*

• Take Aim at Risk**

If you would like to enroll in any of these programs, please contact Alicia Alexander at 213-576-8503 or at aalexander@CAPphysicians.com. 

The Cooperative of American Physicians is pleased to offer an updated Risk Management Institute exclusively to CAP member practices at no cost. This essential online course is designed specifically for office staff and offers actionable lessons for reducing risk and strengthening patient safety protocols. 

CAP’s new and improved Risk Management Institute provides six 20-minute training modules covering: 

• Effective Medical Office Communication 

• Informed Consent 

• Medication Management 

• Patient Education 

• Tracking and Recall 

• Medical Record Management 

To take advantage of this free member benefit, please contact our Risk Management and Patient Safety Department at 800-252-7706, extension 8502, or at RiskManagement@CAPphysicians.com. 

Staff Can  Earn a $100 Incentive for Completing the Risk Management Institute 
Staff members who enroll in the Risk Management Institute are eligible to earn a $100 gift certificate upon completion of all six training modules within a six-month timeframe. The practice must also complete a Virtual Practice Visit or have completed a Virtual Practice Visit within the last 24 months, and complete and return the Practice Survey evaluation form within 14 days of receipt. 

The Virtual Practice Visit is another no-cost benefit of your CAP membership. During the Virtual Practice Visit, a CAP Risk Management and Patient Safety Specialist will help you evaluate your existing office protocols, recommend operational enhancements, and avoid common scenarios that can put you at risk of a medical malpractice lawsuit. Visit www.CAPphysicians.com/practicesurvey to schedule your Virtual Practice Visit.