Member Benefit: New License Defense Coverage at No Additional Cost
Published on November 17, 2020
Member Benefit: New License Defense Coverage at No Additional Cost
Published on November 17, 2020
Member Benefit: New License Defense Coverage at No Additional Cost
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 provides defense costs to KAMMCO named insureds for a licensure matter initiated against the named insured during the policy term….
New Telemedicine Policy from the KS Board of Healing Arts
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 Healing Arts (Board) released a new policy document intended to provide guidance to its licensees in providing healthcare services via…
Fraudulent Unemployment Claims Affect Kansas Medical Community
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. Like all other employers across the state, medical facilities and practices should be on the lookout for these incidents. According…
FBI Warns of Increased Ransomware Activity Targeting U.S. Healthcare System
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 threat to U.S. hospitals and healthcare providers. These cyberattacks involve ransomware, as hackers encrypt data that can only be unlocked…
Tips from the Trenches: Claims Update
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 responded to the call. The woman reported she had to go to the bathroom. The CNA assisted her to a…
Advance Directives: Helpful Tools during COVID-19
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 you assist your patients’ travel through the COVID-19 journey, a refresher on advance directives may prove useful. At the end…
Incident Response Plan Series (Part 4 of 4): Testing Your Plan
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 the incident, and responding to employees cannot access their workstations. Patients are beginning to walk in for their appointments, and…
Members Take Part in All-Virtual Fall Loss Prevention Program
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.” An experienced panel of healthcare and legal professionals came together to provide attendees with pointers and risk management on how…
Kansas Medical Society Upcoming Events
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 KMS and MSMA on developments in Medicare coming in 2021. The webinar will be on Wednesday, January 20 from 9:00-11:00…