The duty of the radiologist is not limited to detecting and reporting pertinent findings following a radiologic study. The radiologist’s duty extends to ensuring that the report was received, understood and acted upon, as well as ensuring that active communication and information exchange between the healthcare providers occurs. Of particular concern are abnormal or critical findings in radiology reports.
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NORCAL's Risk Management Specialists offer the following electronic health record (EHR) best practices based on lessons learned in litigation.
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Consider these risk management recommendations for what to do and what not to do when you discover a missed finding.
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Generally speaking, once a physician-patient relationship is established, the physician has an ongoing responsibility to the patient until the relationship is properly terminated. Improper termination can result in a patient abandonment claim.
Learn More »Inadequate coverage arrangements can lead to abandonment allegations. Any time you are unavailable to your practice (e.g., on vacation, observing holidays, attending medical conferences, suffering from an illness, treating other patients, etc.) appropriate coverage must be arranged. The following case studies highlight the risks of poorly planned coverage.
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