Dealing with Malpractice Liability in the Use of EHRs, PHRs, and HIEs

Sunday, February 28, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Malpractice liability is a leading concern of physicians who implement or avoid implementing EHRs, PHRs and HIEs within their practice. This session will focus on the malpractice implications of the use and non-use of EHRs, PHRs, HIEs and other sources of electronically available health information.

Speaker Information:
Howard Burde, JD, Howard Burde Health Law

Note: This session is part of a day-long preconference symposium and requires a $275 registration fee. See HIMSSconference.com for more details.

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