2020q4

Webinar: What’s New in 2021The Kansas Medical Society—in partnership with the Missouri State Medical Association (MSMA) and the Centers for Medicaid & Medicare Services—is hosting a webinar for members of…

Due to COVID-19, KAMMCO’s annual Fall Loss Prevention program was an entirely virtual event this year. Over 1,300 healthcare professionals participated in the program, “Limiting Exposure in the Litigation Arena.”…

Testing Your Plan Elizabeth HaroKAMMCO Compliance Officer Imagine the following scenario: On Monday morning employees arrive at your practice to find their workstations locked by ransomware. IT staff are investigating…

Detailed Refresher & Tips Catherine Walberg, J.D.KAMMCO Senior Vice President & General Counsel Advance Directives are a package of solutions that allow patients “to speak” when they become incapacitated. As…

Specialty: Long-Term Care Facility Susan J. DaignaultKAMMCO Claims Manager & Medical Liability Analyst Case Overview:During the night, an 85-year old female resident turned on her call light. A male CNA…

Report & Guidelines for How to Protect Against Cyber Threats An FBI Alert was issued on Wednesday, October 28th, and there are two federal agencies warning of an increased cybercrime…

What’s at Risk & What to do if You’re Affected Connie Christian, MBA, CPHRMKAMMCO Facility Risk Management & Patient Safety Advisor Fraudulent unemployment claims are on the rise across Kansas.…

Information & Highlights Yolanda Sims, JD, MHAKAMMCO Loss Prevention & Risk Management Advisor Telemedicine is rapidly evolving, and so is the legal landscape. In October, the Kansas State Board of…

Shannon HaireKAMMCO Vice President of Member Services Effective January 1, 2021, KAMMCO’s new and renewal policies will include License Defense coverage at no additional cost to you. This new coverage…