Article,
aligning risk management with patient safety.
hfm (Healthcare Financial Management), 63 (7): 68 - 72 (2009)
Abstract
The article focuses on the success of Health Care Casualty Insurance Limited (HCCI), a captive insurance company formed by five healthcare organizations in the U.S. It mentions HCCI's aim to balance the increasing professional liability costs with the need to make important investments in patient care and patient safety systems. It notes the key components in its success including the common and aligned goals, commitment to ongoing education, and open and honest dialogue between member-owners.
