A new article from ECRI explains how a comprehensive discharge plan can improve patient outcomes by reducing the likelihood that lengths of stay are inappropriately prolonged or shortened and by reducing readmission rates or repeated services.
By Laura Stone, MS
In a timely article from CRICO, we dive into the challenge of “ED boarders,” who are not just a hurdle in the ED process of care but also represent one of the most pressing patient safety challenges facing emergency medicine.
By Hannah Tremont, MPH
Eric Huang and Phil Lee of NEAM share how MPL insurers’ investments have coped with challenging market conditions in the last two years.
By Phil Lee and Eric Huang
In preparation for 2026 state legislative sessions and what could be a significant election year, the MPL Association has developed model legislation and targeted issues briefs that can be shared with state legislators, civil justice reform coalitions, medical and hospital associations, and other stakeholders in the MPL community.
By Michael C. Stinson
Few things in a healthcare practitioner’s life generate more stress and disruption than an allegation of professional malpractice. Richard Cahill of The Doctors Company offers important information and tips for coping with litigation.
By Richard Cahill
According to Jeff Blair, Senior Vice President at The Jacobson Group, to maintain a high performing organization, it’s essential for companies within the MPL space to take an intentional approach to their talent management strategies.
By Jeff Blair
11/27/2022: Due to a local power outage, the MPL Association’s phone system is currently offline. For email addresses, please see the Staff Directory.
As we approach the culmination of the biannual event known as “the most important election of our lifetime,” it is an opportune moment to assess what this election has in store with regard to the medical professional liability community.
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The MPL Association Elects Board Chair and Appoints Officers
J. Michael Conerly, MD, FACS, MBA, President and Chief Executive Officer of LAMMICO, has been selected to serve as the Association’s Chair of the Board of Directors.