Course Information
Release Date: 06/01/2024
Expiration Date: 06/01/2025
Approximate Seminar Duration: approximately 1.0 hour
Program Description: This course addresses the shared challenges faced by practice administrators when a physician or other healthcare professional recommends a treatment plan that includes the prescribing of opioid medications to a patient. Join us as we discuss the inherent patient safety and medical professional liability risks associated with the care and treatment of chronic pain patients in the physician office practice setting.
Objectives: This enduring educational activity will support your ability to:
- Assess current practice policies and processes associated with opioid prescribing.
- Apply risk reduction strategies to reduce patient harm and resultant professional liability claims.
Target Audience
This loss prevention seminar is intended for practice administration professionals and medical office staff working within all physician specialty groups; no experiential or academic prerequisites are necessary.
Premium Credit
You may be eligible for a premium credit by completing this course. Contact your insurance representative to learn more.
Course Faculty
Laurette Côté, MBA, CPHRM is a Senior Risk Management Consultant with ProAssurance. She has a strong history in hospital and clinic operations, training and education, and health care risk management. Laurette advises physicians and other healthcare professionals on medical professional liability issues and risk solutions.
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DISCLAIMER: Information in this presentation is neither an official statement of position nor should it be considered as professional legal advice to individuals or organizations.