The latest patient safety and quality news and analysis.
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Featured Story | Study: Patient Care Improves When Docs Have Malpractice Immunity | Published in Health Management, Policy and Innovation, the study found there was no negative impact on patient safety when approximately 900 University of Miami Health System physicians were given sovereign immunity from medical malpractice claims while working at Jackson Memorial Hospital in Miami |
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News & Analysis | Denver Hospital Warns Surgical Patients of Infection Risk | The breach may have affected patients who underwent orthopedic or spine surgery between July 21, 2016 and February 20, 2018, according to a statement released by Larry Wolk, executive director and chief medical officer of the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment. |
Study: Recounting the Cost of CAUTIs | What you may not know is that CAUTIs cost hospitals far more than most think. While most say the average cost of treating a CAUTI is $1,000, that figure is likely too low. In some cases, it’s 10 times too low. |
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| Product Spotlight | During this 90-minute webinar, industry expert Lisa Terry, CHPA, CPP, will review the hospital’s role in successfully partnering with law enforcement. She will discuss how to balance best practices for ensuring the safety of patients as well as the hospital staff. Register now! | |
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