Receptionists managing access to clinicians – interactive risk exercise
AN interactive risk exercise focusing on the receptionist’s role in managing patient access to clinicians is now available on MDDUS website.
Practice and corporate scheme membership
Members who have Practice or Corporate Scheme Membership with MDDUS should note that it is their responsibility to ensure that membership is being adequately maintained.
Subscription rates for special GP cover
MEMBERS are required to ensure that they are in the correct membership category and paying the appropriate subscription associated with the work they undertake.
Compulsory data audits now a reality
NHS data controllers have been put on notice by the Information Commissioner to ensure they have appropriate systems and controls in place to protect patient data – as NHS organisations, including GP practices, now face compulsory data protection audits.
A missed pregnancy
...The facts clearly show the GP made an error in fitting the IUCD while the patient was pregnant. However, it remains unclear exactly what the consequences of this mistake were...
Dentists urged to ensure clarity over treatment costs
Dentists are reminded to ensure treatment options and costs are clearly explained prior to treatment being provided to avoid disagreements with patients, says UK-wide dental defence organisation MDDUS.
Examine patients before remotely prescribing Botox
Doctors who prescribe Botox and other injectable cosmetics remotely are reminded they must first examine the patient in person or put their registration at risk.
Case study: Dealing with long-term absence
BACKGROUND: A bus driver, Mr P, is diagnosed with depression after the sudden death of his daughter just two days after she gave birth. He is off work for seven months and, despite having 10 years of service, Mr P is sacked on 90 days’ notice.
Did you know?
THE Employment Law team at MDDUS have a range of useful documentation available, including a template contract of employment, template handbook including social media policy and fact sheets addressing such topics as disciplinary, short-term absence, changing contracts and redundancy.
Practices should update sickness policies to reflect new scheme
PRACTICES are reminded to update their sickness absence policies to reflect the new Fit for Work scheme currently being rolled out across the country.