Lesson Learned: Delayed Documentation Can Lead to Suspicion
The Case A 33-year-old woman presented to the emergency department with shortness of breath. She checked into…
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Lesson Learned: Delayed Documentation Can Lead to Suspicion
The Case A 33-year-old woman presented to the emergency department with shortness of breath. She checked into... -
5 Questions on Employment Contracts
ACEP Now recently talked with Rade Vukmir, MD, JD, FACEP, Chair of the ACEP Medical-Legal Committee, and... -
Surprise Billing Legislation Enters Implementation Phase
The No Surprises Act, passed by Congress at the end of last year, bans balance billing for...
5 Questions on Employment Contracts
ACEP Now recently talked with Rade Vukmir, MD, JD, FACEP, Chair of the ACEP Medical-Legal Committee, and…
Surprise Billing Legislation Enters Implementation Phase
The No Surprises Act, passed by Congress at the end of last year, bans balance billing for…
New ACEP Member Benefit Offers Legal Assistance, Free Counseling
ACEP’s new Wellness & Assistance Program was launched during ACEP19 in Denver. It offers ACEP members exclusive…
When Delayed Diagnosis Leads to a Malpractice Lawsuit
Patients presenting to the emergency department with multiple vague and nonspecific symptoms pose a particular diagnostic challenge….
Survival Tips for the First Step of a Malpractice Lawsuit
“They showed up at my door to serve me. … I was in my pajamas.” “I was…
I’ve Been Sued for Medical Malpractice—Now What?
When I was first named in a medical malpractice lawsuit, I was working solo nights in a…
Spotting and Reporting Child Neglect Cases
The Case EMS brings a 2-year-old female to the emergency department with concern for hypothermia and malnutrition…
How to Receive Student Loan Forgiveness
Q. I understand there’s a way to get my student loans forgiven if I work for a…
What Emergency Physicians Need to Know About the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017
Q. I know there are a bunch of changes to the tax system this year, but I…