Notions of consent relating to medical practice have existed for many years. The doctrine of consent in the context of medical practice derived from the principle that patients should have a right to control what happens to their bodies. For over fifty years, patients in Tennessee have been able to sue medical providers who perform […]
Read MoreIn today’s busy medical practice, more and more medical providers are choosing to utilize the services of physician assistants and nurse practitioners to meet the needs of their patients. Those who elect to do so, however, should be aware of the applicable legal requirements with regard to supervising such mid-level providers and the potential exposure […]
Read MoreThe following topics are covered in this newsletter: New Reporting Requirement for Controlled Substances General Assembly Limits Confidentiality for Workers’ Compensation Claims Medicare Retrospective Billing Limitations REMINDER: CMS Precludes “Per-click” and “Percentage-based” Compensation View Physicians Newsletter October 2009.
Read MoreNewsletter features several topics including: MAY PHYSICIANS CHARGE FOR MISSED APPOINTMENTS? CMS “Tamper-Resistant” Prescription Pad Requirements Now in Effect Federal Government Establishes New FMLA Regulations View Physicians Law Alert Fall 2008.
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