Lee J. Johnson, JD

The author is a health care attorney who specializes in risk management issues.

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Don't be afraid to contact your insurer when you smell a suit at your doorstep

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Inform your malpractice insurance carrier any time you have suspicion that a patient is considering a lawsuit.

Free care now could mean big savings later

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In these difficult economic times, you may find that more patients are refusing to pay for services rendered and others are complaining more about their care.

How to avoid malpractice liability in cross-coverage arrangements

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For a solo practitioner or a small group practice, cross-coverage arrangements are like oxygen: Without them, there is no life-that is, no weekends, no evenings, no vacations, and no holidays.

Don't let fear of liability deter you from being a Good Samaritan

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A Good Samaritan will be exonerated as long as he acts in good faith.

Don't be afraid to discuss obesity with patients

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It's widely known that obesity translates to a higher risk of heart disease, diabetes, cancer, hospitalization, and early death. So why don't more doctors discuss it with their patients?

"Informal" consults can lead to malpractice claims

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The informal consult is held to the same standard of professional expertise and judgment as any other consult.