Most Common Lawsuits Against Physicians

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Most Common Lawsuits Against Physicians

Learning Objectives

At the completion of this educational activity, participants will:

1. Identify the most common medical conditions and factors that result in claims against physicians.
2. Understand the types of claims that results in a significant cause of loss. 
3. Comprehend the importance of medical record documentations and its impact on the quality of medical care and defense of lawsuits.
4. Describe ways to reduce risk in the office practice setting.

Disclosure: Mr. Mercado has no actual or potential conflicts of interest in relation to this program or presentation.

Accreditation Statement:

The New York State Osteopathic Medical Society (NYSOMS)  is accredited by the American Osteopathic Association to provide osteopathic continuing medical education for physicians. NYSOMS designates this program for a maximum of 1 AOA Category 2-A CME credits and will report CME credits commensurate with the extent of the physician’s participation.

Grievance Policy:

​Grievances regarding this program or AOA CME credit reporting will be handled on and individual basis. All grievances should be directed in writing to the NYSOMS Executive Director at nysoms@nysoms.org or by mail to NYSOMS, PO BOX 8000, Old Westbury, NY 11568. Grievances that cannot be resolved by NYSOMS will then be sent to the AOA Council on CME , 142 East Ontario Street, Chicago, IL 60611.