Physicians who computerize save on liability premiums
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Some liability insurers are offering premium discounts to doctors who use selected electronic medical record systems. The medical Professional Liability Agency offers a 5% credit to physicians who computerize patient records, and Michigan Physicians Mutual Liability Co plans a Feb 1, 1995, discount of 2%. Systems that generate patient educational materials can earn an additional 2% discount. Liability insurers are offering the discounts because they believe it may help in reducing patient record errors, which often are key factors in malpractice suits.
Publication Name: American Medical News
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0001-1843
Year: 1995
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A rallying cry from Texas: remember Proposition 12!
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Proposition 12 in Texas is an attempt to set limits upon noneconomic damage claims in medical care cases.
Publication Name: American Medical News
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0001-1843
Year: 2003
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