Risk Management

TNP insureds will have access to risk management resources and services designed specifically for the practice of neurology. Our risk management department is staffed by experienced professionals with both legal and clinical backgrounds. This powerful combination provides neurologists with assistance from individuals who have a thorough understanding of the clinical situation and the legal issues and implications.

We have unparalleled expertise in healthcare risk management and loss prevention. We provide personalized consultation and education to help neurologists improve patient outcomes and manage professional liability exposure.

Risk Management Consultation Service
Download a printable RMCS fact sheet.

The cornerstone of TNP risk management is the Risk Management Consultation Service (RMCS).

This toll-free helpline is available to all TNP insureds and provides direct access to risk managers who provide advice tailored to the insured's specific needs. We encourage TNP insureds to contact us whenever they have concerns or questions about any issue that presents a potential liability risk.

RMCS staff assist neurologists in identifying and assessing risk management issues related to the particular situation, exploring risk management strategies, and providing the necessary support. The RMCS staff regularly responds to a broad range of questions on topics such as:

• Professional liability risks associated with delayed diagnosis or misdiagnosis of neurological condition/disorder
• Professional liability risks associated with documentation
• Informed consent
• Enhancing effective communication with patients
• Medication adverse events/errors
• Reporting impaired drivers
• Supervision, consultations, covering for colleagues or liability for the acts of others
• Communicating and managing patient expectations
• Professional liability risks associated with pain management

We encourage TNP insureds to contact us whenever a request or situation is troubling them, or raising questions or concerns. No question is insignificant or frivolous, but there are significant questions that are not asked. These unasked questions may increase risk. In fact, the greatest risk may lie in not asking.

Risk Management Articles and Resource Lists

TNP risk managers have developed articles and resources to assist neurologists in recognizing and managing the risks they routinely encounter in their professional practices. To request a complimentary risk management article written specifically for neurologists, we invite you to submit our risk management information request form.

E-alerts and Advisories

Our risk managers review and compile information from a wide variety of sources, including government agencies such as HHS, FDA as well as The Joint Commission and other professional organizations. This information is shared with TNP insureds online. View alerts and advisories.

Multimedia Online Tutorials

Learn more about risk management and insurance quickly and conveniently. Our Online Education Center allows insureds to view educational material in their home or office. The tutorials cover risk management and insurance information relevant to neurology practice. Sample our complimentary tutorials here.