5 Ways to Avert a Malpractice Lawsuit with Better EHR Techniques
Electronic Health Records (EHRs), a staple in modern medicine, are also increasing malpractice lawsuits. A study published in the Journal of Patient Safety revealed that more than 30% of EHR-related malpractice cases involve medication errors, 28% relate to diagnosis, and 31% are linked to treatment complications stemming from errors like entering incorrect information or overlooking vital EHR flags. To safeguard both patients and physicians from these pitfalls, follow these five smart EHR practices: double-check dropdown choices to prevent user errors, supplement EHR notes with direct communication among healthcare professionals, tailor auto-fill settings to align with your clinical practices, resist the temptation to copy and paste notes from previous visits, and prioritize listening over typing during patient interactions, ensuring that your patients are genuinely heard. Click here to read more and protect yourself from EHR-related legal challenges.
5 Ways to Avert a Malpractice Lawsuit with Better EHR Techniques (Medscape, Ellis).
