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A group of South Florida hospitals in Palm Beach County are suing Leapfrog Group, claiming its patient safety grades are rigged and endangering patient safety.

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As new standards for patient safety evolve, the integration of this shift into hospital policy is critical to avoid financial and regulatory consequences.

RFID technology is rapidly emerging as a game-changer in the healthcare industry, offering significant opportunities to improve patient safety and optimize clinician efficiency.

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Discover how top hospitals are prioritizing patient safety and reducing hospital-acquired infections while utilizing AI technology in healthcare.

Knowledge is capital for the healthcare industry, and information technology can have a significant impact on patient safety.

As background, the National Patient Safety Goal (“NPSG”) program was established in 2002 and helps organizations address specific areas of concern regarding patient safety. 5 See supra Note 1.