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Infectious Disease: A Review of Closed Claim Studies and Liability Issues (2nd Edition)
2020 Reporter Q4
Credit(s):
2 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ (Enduring material)
1 Medical Ethics and/or Professional Responsibility
Original release date: November 23, 2020 Review and re-release date: November 23, 2023 Expiration date: November 23, 2026 Texas Medical Liability Trust (TMLT) publishes closed claim studies based on real TMLT malpractice claims. By providing true examples of closed professional liability claims, physicians and providers in all specialties can learn how to avoid errors in a variety of practice areas. These studies are produced to help physicians improve patient safety and reduce liability risks. Course Objectives: At the conclusion of this educational activity, the reader should be able to:
list allegations prevalent in lawsuits involving the treatment of infectious disease;
describe strategies to reduce diagnostic errors;
discuss issues associated with allegations of failure to follow-up;
identify the types and causes of communication errors; and
explain how good documentation techniques can help prevent malpractice claims.
CME Discount: TMLT policyholders who complete this program may earn a 3% discount that will be applied to their next eligible policy period. CME Credit Statement: The Texas Medical Liability Trust is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
2 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ (Enduring material) Texas Medical Liability Trust is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
The Texas Medical Liability Trust designates this enduring material for a maximum of 2 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
1 Medical Ethics and/or Professional Responsibility This course has been designated by TMLT for 1 credit in medical ethics and/or professional responsibility.
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