TEXAS MEDICAL LIABILITY TRUST
Medical liability coverage for Texas physicians

Risk management publications

TMLT Risk Management Guide for Physician Practices
This manual has been developed as a guide for physicians, their administrators, and management staffs. The information is intended to enhance your knowledge of risk management, reduce your exposure to claims, and assist in your defense should a claim occur.

Rx for Success: Communicating to Reduce Risk
This publication uses real-world examples to solve some of the most common patient relations issues, including appointment management, complaint resolution, and treating the noncompliant patient.

10 Things that Get Physicians Sued
This publication will describe 10 common errors that can increase the risk of a malpractice suit, and offer risk management techniques to address these issues.

Health Information Release for Ambulatory Health Care Facilities
This guide will introduce medical office staffs and physicians to the federal and state laws governing the release and confidentiality of health information.

TMLT Risk Management Medical Errors, Disclosure and the Role of Apology: A Tool for Physicians
This pamphlet discusses the role of apology when patients experience adverse outcomes.

To obtain a paper copy of these publications, or for more information, please contact the Risk Management Department or call 800-580-8658.

 




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