In the world of telehealth, getting informed consent becomes even more crucial compared to regular in-person visits. As COVID-19 has led to a shift in routine medical consultations to online platforms, healthcare professionals need to rethink their approach to informed consent, including for existing patients. While initial consent might have been given during in-person visits,...
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Telemedicine has become a means for patients to overcome numerous barriers to healthcare access. But challenges still exist, including technology, insurance coverage, comfort level, and regulatory compliance. In this blog, we explain why telemedicine is so important in the post-pandemic world, offer advice for providers who may be considering incorporating telemedicine into their practice, and...
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As a healthcare lawyer, 2023 was a pretty unusual year with the sudden entrance of a number of new players into the healthcare marketplace and a rapid retrenchment of others. With innovation showing no signs of slowing down in the year ahead, healthcare providers should consider how to adapt to improve the patient experience, increase...
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In our era of advanced technology, the healthcare landscape is changing, and one notable shift is the increased use of mental health telemedicine. As doctors continue to venture into this digital realm, it's crucial to understand the laws that govern telemedicine. In this newsletter, we'll delve into how telehealth for mental health intersects with healthcare...
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Telehealth is becoming a big deal in healthcare, and as we head into 2024, medical professionals need to be on the lookout for some important trends. These changes are shaping how healthcare is provided, and here's what you should know about them. Virtual Reality for Better Patient Talks Imagine talking to your patients in a...
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Ketamine treatment Texas is rapidly gaining attention as a powerful option for treating mental health conditions like depression, PTSD, and anxiety. While ketamine has traditionally been used as an anesthetic, recent studies have shown that, in low doses, it may offer fast-acting relief for patients struggling with treatment-resistant conditions. As a result, many healthcare professionals...
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On November 7, 2023, the Department of Justice (DOJ), led by John "Fritz" Scanlon, shared some big plans to tackle healthcare fraud. This plan shows a strong effort to fight against dishonest practices in the healthcare sector. One major part of the plan is to increase the number of healthcare fraud prosecutors, which is currently...
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The healthcare field is changing, and we're relying more on advanced practice providers (APPs), like nurse practitioners (NPs) and physician assistants (PAs), because there's a growing need for healthcare services. While teaming up with doctors has its benefits, it also means that partnership comes with a certain set of legal implications and responsibilities for the...
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As a licensed medical professional in Texas, your career is built on years of education, training, and dedication. But even the most diligent physicians can find themselves under scrutiny by the Medical Board of Texas. Facing a Texas Medical Board (TMB) investigation can be overwhelming — especially when your license, reputation, and livelihood are on...
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Heather Pressdee, a nurse residing in Butler County, Pennsylvania, who was previously facing charges related to the administration of lethal doses of insulin to patients, is now confronted with further charges linked to the mistreatment of an additional 19 patients. As per the Pennsylvania Attorney General, Michelle Henry, this 41-year-old nurse is alleged to have...
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