Malpractice

Mass. radiology provider may be liable for 'unavailable' IR physician
By Kate Madden Yee
The Massachusetts Court of Appeals has ruled that a radiology services provider could be held liable for failing to provide a patient with access to an on-call interventional radiologist.
October 28, 2024
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Does teleradiology increase malpractice liability for radiologists?
By Erik L. Ridley
Medical malpractice cases involving teleradiology tend to be more severe and result in higher indemnity payments than other radiology malpractice claims, according to recent research.
April 2, 2024
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Vascular procedures are most frequent prompts for IR malpractice suits
By Kate Madden Yee
Vascular procedures and biopsies are the most frequent reasons for malpractice lawsuits involving interventional radiologists (IRs).
September 27, 2023
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7 malpractice risks in radiology and how to mitigate them
By Kate Madden Yee
Malpractice suits may be an unfortunate reality for radiologists, but although they are a threat, they may also present an opportunity to improve imaging protocols.
September 25, 2023
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Allergic reactions tied to many contrast media malpractice cases
By Amerigo Allegretto
Allergic reactions in patients and clinicians' failure to diagnose or treat such reactions make up most malpractice suits tied to contrast media use.
September 20, 2023
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