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Lung cancer remains the leading cause of cancer death in the US. This program highlights the insightful findings of a recent large closed claim study. It ends with practical risk management recommendations that every practice should know about.
(Please note: CME credit for this test can only be given to our insureds)
We will learn about the ….
- current impact of lung cancer in the US.
- major risk factors of lung cancer.
- pros and cons of the current screening methods.
- pivotal role of primary care doctors to early diagnosis.
- essential risk management strategies to improve patient care and reduce the risk of claims.
Rebecca Summey-Lowman, RD, CPHRM., Risk Management & Patient Safety Consultant
Each course includes a test. Completed tests are electronically submitted to MAG Mutual by using the "Submit" button at the end of the test. A passing score is 80% or above. If you achieve a passing score, a certificate of completion will be mailed to the address you will give on your test. You must use a computer that supports either Internet Explorer (Version 3.0 or higher), Netscape Navigator (Version 3.0 or higher) or Mozilla Firefox (Version 2.0 or higher) to take this test online. If you wish to take a written version of this test, please contact us. You must complete the evaluation at the end of the test before credit can be awarded. Your test form will be electronically scored and the results immediately displayed on your screen.
CME faculty are required to disclose to the audience any commercial relationships that may create or may be perceived as creating a potential conflict of interest with the material being presented or discussed. This disclosure does not reflect on the quality of the activity, but allows participants to make informed judgements regarding program content. The above faculty has an affiliation/financial interest as follows:
Paul Scheinberg, MD; Policyholder, MAG Mutual Insurance Company
Rebecca Summey-Lowman, RD, CPHRM.; Risk Management & Patient Safety, MAG Mutual Insurance Company
Date of Original Release: December 21, 2007
Termination Date: December 21, 2010
MAG Mutual Insurance Company is accredited by the Medical Association of Georgia to offer continuing medical education to physicians. MAG Mutual Insurance Company designates this educational activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits(s)™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
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