SB 483: Oregon Early Discussion and Resolution of Adverse Healthcare Incidents

Program Description

Senate Bill 483, titled “Resolution of Adverse Healthcare Incidents,” was passed into law by the Oregon Legislature in 2013. The bill creates a process called Early Discussion and Resolution (EDR), which provides a confidential, voluntary, and structured process to support effective communication between the patient and the healthcare team. EDR is an opportunity for healthcare professionals and patients to notify about, discuss, and, if necessary, mediate serious adverse healthcare incidents when appropriate. This program will provide training in effective communication after adverse events and provide education and resources to help ease the emotional impact of adverse events on the healthcare team.

Objectives

After completing this activity, learners will be able to:

• Describe what Early Discussion and Resolution (EDR) is in compliance with SB 483.
• Identify what is considered an “adverse healthcare incident” under SB 483.
• Recognize the EDR process.

CME Faculty Disclosure

The following individuals are in a position to control the content of this activity and have reported no relevant financial relationships with commercial interests:

Robin Diamond, MSN, JD, Senior Vice President, Department of Patient Safety and Risk Management, The Doctors Company

Daniel R Wright, RN, JD, Vice President, Department of Patient Safety and Risk Management, The Doctors Company

Lisa C Romero, EdD(c), MS, BSN, RN, Director of CME, Department of Patient Safety and Risk Management, The Doctors Company

Presenter(s):

Sonny S. Nguyen, JD, RRT, CPHRM, Director, Northwest Region, Department of Patient Safety and Risk Management, The Doctors Company

Melissa Parkerton, MA, Director, Early Discussion and Resolution, Oregon Patient Safety Commission

Accreditation/Designation Statements

The Doctors Company is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical educational activities for physicians.

The Doctors Company designates this activity for a maximum of one and one half (1.5) AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only those credit(s) commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Joint Providership

This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) through the joint providership of The Doctors Company and the Medical Society of Metropolitan Portland. The Doctors Company is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

Disclaimer

The information and guidelines contained in this activity are generalized and may not apply to all practice situations. The faculty recommends that legal advice be obtained from a qualified attorney for specific application to your practice. The information is intended for educational purposes and should be used as a reference guide only.

Contact CME

If you have questions, contact educationsupport@thedoctors.com or call (800) 421-2368,
extension 1243.