Researchers Say Antibiotic Prescribing Audits and Feedback Should Be Standard Procedure
One year after a pilot program was launched, researchers indicate doctors who received audits and feedback maintained lower levels of antibiotic prescriptions
Tag Archives: Doctors
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Hospital Pelvic Exams Will Now Require Written Patient Consent, Under DHHS Orders
Patient consent for sensitive examinations cannot be sacrificed in order to provide practice for doctors in training, new DHHS guidelines state.
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Cigna Faces More Lawsuits, Potential Legislation Over Health Insurance Denials
A shareholder lawsuit demands access to the company's books and records, calling for an investigation into Cigna denial and approval practices.
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Cigna Class Action Lawsuit Alleges Health Insurer Denied Thousands of Patient Claims Without Examining Them
Class action lawsuit against Cigna alleges the health insurer uses a computer program to deny coverage for medical claims by the thousands, without an actual doctor ever reviewing their claim.
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Autism Diagnosis Delays May Be Reduced With Specialized Training for Primary Care Doctors: Study
It is well known that children who receive an early autism diagnosis are more likely to receive needed assistance and resources to reduce effects on their life.
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Doctors’ Jargon Often Confuses Patients, Leading to Worse Health Outcomes: Study
A misunderstanding of their required treatment or condition could result in patient harm, the researchers warn
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More Than Third of Advanced Practice Clinicians Received Payouts from Medical Industry Manufacturers: Study
Many worry payments to healthcare personnel from the medical industry manufacturers could unduly influence medical decisions and increase patient costs
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Pediatricians Need to Do More to Protect Children from Sexual Abuse By Healthcare Providers: Report
American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) now recommends that steps be taken to detect "grooming" behavior that may lead to sexual abuse of children, and for increased use of chaperones for children during sensitive examinations.
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ISMP Report Warns Health Care Workers Feel More Disrespected Than Ever By Other Healthcare Providers
New survey finds disrespectful behaviors among coworkers and colleagues in the medical field may leave patients prone to medication mistakes and poor quality of care.
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Surgical Complications More Likely Among Women Operated on by Male Surgeons: Study
Both male and female patients fared better during and after surgery when operated on by female surgeons, the data indicates.
