Discussion Post: Professional Liability & Medical Malpractice
The Medical Staff Coordinator has again called upon your expertise in the area of healthcare law. You have been asked to provide a written discussion on professional liability and medical malpractice. You are asked to provide the information outlined below and use research (at least two sources) to substantiate your discussion.
Part A
I. Define liability and malpractice.
II. Summarize the three areas of general liability for which a physician/employer is responsible.
Part B
I. Discuss medical malpractice prevention and summarize the 4 C's:
i. Caring
ii. Communication
iii. Competence
iv. Charting
II. Discuss the role and purpose of risk management
The response should include a reference list. Using double-space, Times New Roman 12 pnt font, one-inch margins, and APA style of writing and citations.