Dr. MedLaw explains the importance of discussing risks, benefits, and alternatives in a manner the patient fully understands ...

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services issued new guidance on Monday clarifying that hospitals must obtain written consent for sensitive exams, such as pelvic, breast or prostate exams ...

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On Monday, the federal government issued new recommendations that require hospitals to get consent before conducting intimate exams on patients, especially those under anesthesia. The Scripps News ...

Informed consent is a vital part of healthcare, ensuring that patients understand their treatment options and can make choices about their care. This process builds trust between patients and ...

On April 1, 2024, CMS released new guidance to reiterate and clarify hospital requirements for informed consent from patients with respect to medical professionals performing sensitive ...

The state of New York is revising a law that would have prohibited hospitals and health care practices from requiring patients to sign “consent to pay” forms before receiving treatment. NY Public ...

On Monday, the federal government issued new recommendations that require hospitals to get consent before conducting intimate exams on patients, especially those under anesthesia. The Scripps News ...