Medical Justice

Relentlessly Protecting Physicians from Frivolous Lawsuits, Internet Libel, Unwarranted Demands for Refunds, and other Medico-Legal Threats...

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Physicians: That non-compete they hand you on your way out? t’s not just paperwork. It can shape your entire next move. 👇 Worth reading (link in thread)#PhysicianLife #Healthcare #Physicians #HealthcareJobs

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In multi-defendant malpractice settlements, how payments are allocated matters—a lot.
If not divided, the full amount may be reported under each physician in the NPDB. If allocated, it can significantly reduce the reported figure. 👇https://t.co/BfqEEszlii

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Delivering bad news is one of medicine’s toughest jobs.
Patients won’t just remember the diagnosis—they’ll remember how you made them feel.
Compassion, presence, and empathy matter.
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#MedTwitter #Healthcare #Empathy

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OIG Exclusion, CMS Revocation, Medicare Preclusion
These are often confused, but the consequences are very different for physicians.
• OIG Exclusion, barred from federal programs
• CMS Revocation, lose Medicare billing privileges
• Preclusion, blocked from MA plans
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Dr. Segal was featured on White Coats Counsel Podcast with Steve Lubell of Lubell Rosen.

They discuss frivolous lawsuits, false expert testimony, HIPAA-safe review responses, and reputation protection for physicians.

Watch here: https://t.co/UjEh2KNdak

#MedicalJustice #MedMal

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Should physicians sell their practice to private equity?
The big check is tempting, but many doctors later regret the loss of autonomy, rising productivity pressure, and uncertain future equity.

Before you sign, read this:
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#PhysicianLife #PrivateEquity

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Physicians: Asset protection doesn’t fail because of what you do—it fails because of when you do it.
Once a claim arises, many strategies are already off the table. Planning before trouble starts is essential.
Read more👇
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#Physicians

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Where’s the line between opinion and defamation in online reviews?
A court recently sided with a physician after a false Google review crossed that line—an important precedent for professionals concerned about online reputation.
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Physicians: “Standard” contracts can hide indemnification clauses that put your personal assets at risk—even outside malpractice coverage.
Know the traps before you sign👇
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#PhysicianContracts #HealthcareLaw

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CA feds rule only MDs/DOs can use “Dr.” in clinical settings—NPs with DNPs can’t use the title at the bedside. Title misuse ruled “inherently misleading.”
✅Update badges, bios, scripts
✅Keep “Dr.” for academic contexts only
Story: https://t.co/9XN5y8CROM

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HIPAA doesn’t end when a patient dies.
Surviving spouses don’t always have automatic access to medical records. Many are surprised when requests are denied.
Here’s what HIPAA says about deceased patient records👇
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#HIPAA #HealthcareCompliance

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A physician leaving the operating room can quickly be labeled “misconduct” — but the reality is often more nuanced.
This case shows how medical board investigations and public narratives don’t always tell the same story.
Full context here: 👉 https://t.co/8x3ivbLNVI

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New Medical Justice report: A rare genetic variant—more common in Venezuelan and Caribbean patients—may trigger life-threatening anesthesia complications. A must-read for surgeons + anesthesia teams.
#MedTwitter #Anesthesia #PatientSafety

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Our CEO Dr. Segal joined The Doctor’s Crossing Podcast to talk about protecting physicians, patient boundaries, and navigating medical-legal gray zones.
Listen here →https://t.co/5mUz3dszCh
#medtwitter #physicians #medicalpractice #riskmanagement

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Alabama Supreme Court's decision on frozen embryos rocks IVF clinics. Dive into the legal complexities and how it affects medical providers. #MedicalMalpractice #AlabamaRuling
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Hard to Find HIPAA Questions and Answers
We receive all types of HIPAA questions from our members. Answers to such questions are not all that easy to identify. We present answers to several less common questions in this week's blog. https://t.co/63y70QSKWS

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Dive into the world of Qui Tam lawsuits. Learn how the False Claims Act empowers whistleblowers to uncover billing fraud. Read more in our blog: https://t.co/NkittDHK4a

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Medical conflicts: a delicate balance. Our latest blog explores the nuanced parallels between resolving medical disputes and strategic warfare. Share your insights on navigating these complexities in the medical field. 🕊️ #Medicine #ConflictResolution https://t.co/bbFqXf1JNT