Archive for May, 2007

Ohio attorney sanctioned for pursuing frivolous liability case

Doctors hope the decision will make lawyers think twice about filing meritless lawsuits. The attorney is appealing the ruling to the state Supreme Court.

Kansas consumer act excludes medical negligence

Trial lawyers say a new law gives doctors special protection, but the state medical society says it is necessary to restore consumer law's traditional application.

Internists outline principles for quality ratings

The American College of Physicians sets out a detailed appeals process.

Capitalizing on a craze: Medicine on an MP3

The iPod has made its way into modern medicine in creative ways. Here are a few people who took advantage of a popular device and adapted it into a tool for practicing and teaching medicine.

Physicians say PPO network’s fax masked 25% pay cut

Organized medicine criticizes a W-9 request by Three Rivers Provider Network that also authorized lower reimbursement.