Prevention of Medical Errors (Florida Practices)
Program Description
This activity is specific to Florida statutes and reflects regulations effective February 2018. Few medical errors are attributed to faulty medical judgment. More commonly, they are attributed to system failures inherent in healthcare delivery. By drawing on our professional liability closed claims data, we have identified common performance and diagnostic errors: wrong-site surgery, surgery complications, cancer, ob/gyn related conditions, cardiology issues, respiratory-related issues, and adverse drug events—that will serve as the focal point of this patient safety and risk management course.
We analyzed loss prevention measures in tandem with the elements necessary to conduct a credible and thorough root cause analysis to reduce system failures, respond to sentinel events, prevent medical errors, and improve patient safety. The purpose of this educational activity is to provide physicians with the most current information regarding the prevention of common performance and diagnostic errors.
Objectives
After completing this activity, learners will be able to:
- Assess areas of my practice that are at high risk for medical errors.
- Educate my staff and colleagues about specific changes in policies and/or processes that can reduce risks of medical errors.
- Implement at least one change in my practice that can reduce the risk of medical error.
Disclosure
No individual in a position to control or influence the content of this activity has reported relevant financial relationships with commercial interests. No commercial support was provided for this activity.
Course Developers
Susan Shepard, MSN, MA, RN, CPHRM, Senior Director, Patient Safety and Risk Management Education, Department of Patient Safety and Risk Management, The Doctors Company
Julie Hopkins, MA, MBA, Director, Continuing Medical Education, Patient Safety and Risk Management, The Doctors Company
Continuing Education Credit
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 enduring material activity for a maximum of 2.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
The Doctors Company estimates two hours for completion of this course. A passing score of 80 percent or greater is required to successfully complete the activity and earn AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™.
The Doctors Company is an ADA CERP Recognized Provider. ADA CERP is a service of the American Dental Association to assist dental professionals in identifying quality providers of continuing dental education.
ADA CERP does not approve or endorse individual courses or instructors, nor does it imply acceptance of credit hours by boards of dentistry. Concerns or complaints about a CE provider may be directed to the provider or to ADA CERP at ADA.org/CERP.
The Doctors Company designates this enduring material activity for 2.0 continuing education credit. Dentists should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
| Course ID#: | TDE 18025.0 |
| Issue Date for This Activity: | 06/21/2018 |
| Expiration Date for This Activity: | 10/18/2020 |
Disclaimer
The information and guidelines contained in this enduring material 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 only.
Complies with State Requirements
Please SEE the Federation of State Medical Boards overview of Continuing Medical Education requirements by State.
Technical Requirements
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Resources
Click HERE to download a PDF with resources related to this program.
Contact Us
If you have questions, contact educationsupport@thedoctors.com or call 800.421.2368. extension 1243.