News tagged with medical malpractice
U-M's efforts to encourage disclosure of medical errors decreased claims
Ann Arbor, Mich.- The University of Michigan's program of full disclosure and compensation for medical errors resulted in a decrease in new claims for compensation (including lawsuits), time to claim resolution and lower ...
Aug 17, 2010 |
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9 in 10 docs blame lawsuit fears for overtesting
(AP) -- Ninety percent of physicians surveyed said doctors overtest and overtreat to protect themselves from malpractice lawsuits.
Jun 28, 2010 |
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BMJ investigation raises concerns over NHS whistleblowing policies
Despite laws to protect NHS workers who wish to raise concerns about patient care, a BMJ investigation reveals that some NHS trusts still make it hard for staff to speak out.
May 19, 2010 |
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Better patient safety linked to fewer medical malpractice claims in California
Reducing the number of preventable patient injuries in California hospitals from 2001 to 2005 was associated with a corresponding drop in malpractice claims against physicians, according to a study issued today by the RAND ...
Apr 15, 2010 |
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Doctors cut back hours when risk of malpractice suit rises, study shows
A new study shows that the number of hours physicians spend on the job each week is influenced by the fear of malpractice lawsuits.
Jan 28, 2010 |
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Report: Limiting medical lawsuits could save $41B
(AP) -- Limits on medical malpractice lawsuits would lead doctors to order up fewer unneeded tests and save taxpayers billions more than previously thought, budget umpires for Congress said Friday in a reversal that puts ...
Oct 10, 2009 |
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Saying 'sorry' pays off for U. of Michigan doctors
(AP) -- When a treatment goes wrong at a U.S. hospital, fear of a lawsuit usually means "never daring to say you're sorry."
Jul 20, 2009 |
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