A sound infection control program is an essential part of any dental practice. Through active commitment to infection prevention, dentists can protect the health of their patients and employees and reduce the chances of generating or losing an infection-related professional liability lawsuit. Follow this handy checklist to see if your practice is in compliance. For… Continue Reading Infection control in the dental office
It is a common question from our clients. What types of claims do you see? Working with professional liability insurance, you see all different types of scenarios that lead to claim situations. In most cases it comes down to how a claim is handled that will create the best outcome for the patient and the… Continue Reading What constitutes a malpractice claim?
Informed consent is a pillar of patient engagement and patient-centered care. It helps patients gain a full understanding of the benefits and risks of proposed procedures and treatments, thus allowing them to make informed decisions about their care. Physicians, dentists and other health care professionals should engage in thorough informed consent discussions with patients as… Continue Reading Checklist: Informed Consent
In health care, the term “safety culture” or “culture of safety” is familiar. It refers to organizational values, attitudes and goals related to providing a safe environment and safe patient care. Although perhaps not as common, the term “security culture” is conceptually very similar to safety culture. An organization’s security culture focuses on beliefs, values… Continue Reading Ten ways to establish a security culture at your health care organization
One question our benefit account managers get asked often is “What is the difference between Medicare Supplements and Medicare Advantage Plans”? Our friends at WPS Health Insurance help explain this. Learn the differences here. More information on Medicare can be found on our website, or you may simply call us at 1-800-637-4676 and our Benefits… Continue Reading Medicare Supplement vs. Medicare Advantage
The WDA Association Health Plan, underwritten by WPS Health Insurance, is exclusive to Wisconsin Dental Association members only. The WDA Association Health Plan allows practices to be underwritten outside of “community rating.” This means there will be health underwriting and your group will be rated accordingly (unlike Affordable Care Act plans which do not take… Continue Reading WDA Association Health Plan
Having the right life insurance is pivotal in planning for the future of you and your loved ones. Life insurance can help you fulfill promises you’ve made your family when you are gone. The right life insurance will be unique for you and dependent on your personal and financial needs. As your life changes, your… Continue Reading September is Life Insurance Awareness Month
Everyone loves vacation. But, vacationing in your own seasonal home? Even better. However, there’s a lot to consider when it comes to protecting your investment in a vacation home, and you definitely want to protect it. Professional Insurance Programs can help make sure you have the insurance coverage you want. To that end, here are four things… Continue Reading Four things to consider when insuring a second home
Effective for disability benefit claims filed after April 1, 2018, a new rule from the U.S. Department of Labor requires Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974-covered employee benefit plans offering disability benefits to provide additional procedural protections to claimants. The new rule ensures that protections for disability claimants parallel protections under the Affordable Care Act that already… Continue Reading New rule changes disability claim processing requirements
Most people know they need to insure their life, car and home or condo. But they often overlook insuring their most important asset – the ability to earn an income. Your income is the primary source of funding for a lifetime of things, from basic necessities to the hopes and dreams you have for yourself… Continue Reading Disability Income Insurance: What every dentist needs to know