CAP defines an adverse event as either a known risk of medical care (a complication) or an injury caused by a medical error. Understandably, emotions run high for the physician, patient, and the patient’s family after an adverse event occurs. In most cases, it is the physician’s duty to inform the patient and/or family of the event.

Almost two years into the pandemic, the widespread use of telehealth technologies does not appear to be going away any time soon, if at all. The COVID-19 crisis has accelerated the use of telehealth offering technology-enabled health and care management and delivery systems that extend capacity and access.

Through CAP Cares, CAP members can receive confidential and objective support after an adverse patient event occurs, with guidance at every stage of the process — all as a free benefit of your CAP membership.

CAP member practices can take advantage of a free virtual practice visit to help you evaluate your existing office protocols, recommend operational enhancements, and avoid common scenarios that can put you at risk of a medical malpractice lawsuit.

When we hear the term "informed consent," we often automatically think of an informed consent form; however, that is but one element of the informed consent process.