Managing patients with HIV Refusing to treat a patient due to HIV status or perceived HIV status can be grounds for a discrimination claim. Mitigate your risk by better understanding treatment precautions and requirements. January 26, 2024 RM Matters Patient Care and Communication Risk Management Essentials
Medical and Dental Health Histories Play a Crucial Role in Reducing Risk Obtaining and regularly updating medical and dental health histories for every patient is a cornerstone of ethical and responsible dental care. Risk management experts have identified six ways that maintaining accurate health histories protects... November 06, 2023 RM Matters Patient Care and Communication Risk Management Essentials
Minimize Risk of Bloodborne Pathogen Exposure Through Education and Planning To be compliant with state and OSHA standards, dental practices are required to train any team member who may be exposed to bloodborne pathogens. TDIC has resources available to support your practice in achieving compliance. July 11, 2022 RM Matters Employment and Managing a Team Health Safety & Wellness Risk Management Essentials
Minimizing Risk While Giving Back to Your Community Giving back by volunteering life-changing dental treatment can be one of the most rewarding aspects of your professional life. Don’t let confusion about liability coverage stand in the way of your volunteer efforts. March 01, 2022 RM Matters Insurance 101 Patient Care and Communication Risk Management Essentials
Misclassifying Contracted Employees Puts Your Dental Practice at Risk Properly classifying contracted employees is essential to maintaining compliance with workers' compensation regulations, protecting employees and safeguarding your practice from potential liabilities. Work closely with your local TDIC advisor... October 30, 2024 RM Matters Employment and Managing a Team Insurance 101
More than Money: Weighing the Risks and Benefits of Patient Refunds When offering refunds to dental patients, it is essential to have clear policies and procedures in place. Refund policies should be communicated clearly to patients, so they understand under what circumstances refunds will be offered and what... June 30, 2023 RM Matters Patient Care and Communication Risk Management Essentials
More than Words: Effective Communication in the Dental Practice In this issue of Liability Lifeline, Risk Management analysts share best practices for communicating with patients and employees. Explore how improving communication skills leads to better outcomes and prevents risk. August 03, 2023 Liability Lifeline Publication 2023 Liability Lifeline
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Navigating AwDA Compliance: Providing Inclusive Care for Patients with Special Needs Effective communication and a basic understanding of the Americans with Disabilities Act are important tools to reduce risk and improve care for patients with special needs. One call to TDIC’s Risk Management Advice Line illustrates how... September 06, 2023 RM Matters Patient Care and Communication Risk Management Essentials
Navigating Disrupted Dental Practice Operations Wildfires are increasingly a threat to homes and businesses as climate change affects the length and scope of fire season. TDIC’s risk management experts offer guidance on the essential steps to take in case of practice closure due to... June 12, 2024 RM Matters Property and Practice Ownership Risk Management Essentials