No doubt physicians would prefer to use their limited time to treat patients; not to research vendors or other business service providers. That is why CAP physicians have initiated a peer recommended business directory.

Your patient has requested the release of his or her medical records. You can find a sample Authorization for Use and Disclosure of Medical Information Release Form on our website.

It depends… The Medical Board of California (MBC) cautions, “Physicians should view carefully his or her decision to allow medical assistants to perform this task.” It is not the physical act of picking up a phone and dialing a number that is of concern.

The California Medical Association (CMA) has provided additional information concerning the changes related to controlled substance prescription forms. This article will supplement the previous Risk E-Notes and provide more information about this change.

What exactly are you required to do when you receive unsolicited diagnostic test results? California's regulatory requirements for physicians, or other licensed providers, are as follows.