(Short Answer: a teensy-tiny paragraph that can cause major headaches later.) By Erica Pero When I review contracts for clients, one thing I ALWAYS point out is the MERGER CLAUSE. It's a short paragraph toward the end of the document that says something like, "This Agreement represents the entirety of the negotiations between the parties." It means any emails, … [Read more...] about What is… a Merger Clause?
Vascular vs. Neurogenic Claudication
By Jeffrey R. Carlson, MD, CPE When muscles don’t get enough blood flow due to obstructed arteries, cramping pain can result simply from walking or using one’s arms. Vascular claudication (VC) is a condition typically caused by peripheral artery disease and is a debilitating problem that worsens over time. Cardiologists consult with patients to determine if their … [Read more...] about Vascular vs. Neurogenic Claudication
Preventing Long-Term Ankle Instability After Suspected Sprains
By M. Jordan Brassell, DPM Although treating ankle sprains often is as simple as following the well-known Rest, Ice, Compression and Elevation (R.I.C.E.) protocol, not all cases are so straightforward. Most patients who seek medical care for a suspected sprain already have tried R.I.C.E. and anti-inflammatory medications for at least several days but still suffer from … [Read more...] about Preventing Long-Term Ankle Instability After Suspected Sprains
‘What Travel Expenses can be Deducted While on a Business Trip?’
By Matthew R. Staul, EA, MBA The IRS defines travel expenses as the ordinary and necessary expenses related to traveling away from your tax home for business related duties. Your tax home is usually the main city where your work or business is located, even if your personal residence is outside of that area. For example, if a taxpayer lives in Hampton, but works in Richmond, … [Read more...] about ‘What Travel Expenses can be Deducted While on a Business Trip?’
“My practice had a bad patient outcome. Can we meet to discuss it?”
By Robyn Ayres In a hospital setting, there are usually detailed policies about how bad outcomes or adverse events are handled. But that’s not always the case with most private practices. There are also laws that protect most documents created following adverse events in hospital settings. Consider this scenario: A patient undergoes surgery at a practice’s outpatient … [Read more...] about “My practice had a bad patient outcome. Can we meet to discuss it?”
