COVID-19: Current Questions and Risk Management Recommendations

September 8, 2021

Dear OMIC Insureds:

Risk Management continues to receive questions about COVID-related topics. Issues evolve as the virus does, presenting both clinical and administrative challenges to healthcare providers.

A good starting place is to think about the different scenarios you’re encountering and develop consistent, written policies and procedures. The goal is to keep patients and staff safe, let physicians focus on patient care, and minimize potential liability exposure.

Click here for our summary of frequently-asked questions and risk management guidance.

If you have questions, contact us for confidential risk management advice at riskmanagement@omic.com. Or call us at 1-800-562-6642, enter 4 for Risk Management.

Sincerely,

Jane Mock, CPHRM, OMIC Risk Manager

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