Most professional liability insurance policies typically exclude coverage for practitioner-patient sexual misconduct, as such behavior is not classified as medical malpractice. These incidents can lead to civil and criminal legal proceedings, disciplinary actions by licensing boards, and potential imprisonment.

For ambulatory surgery centers (ASCs), reliance on ride-share services for post-procedure transportation after moderate or deep sedation presents a unique set of patient safety risks

Accurate and timely documentation enables the healthcare team to clearly understand the patient’s issues, the guidance provided, and the actions taken during both routine office hours and after-hours calls.

The Cooperative of American Physicans (CAP) continues to expand its educational offerings with the introduction of a new specialty-specific online CME learning platform focused on today’s most common medical liability threats.