Steven R. Kabler
The PDMP — Colorado’s Prescription Drug Monitoring Program PDMP – What you should know
As most doctors are aware, the Colorado Board of Pharmacy maintains the Prescription Drug Monitoring Program (PDMP), which provides a database of controlled substance prescriptions dispensed by Colorado pharmacies. Access to the PDMP is limited to a defined set of circum...
Doctors and DUIs: What to do if you’ve had one too many
Just like every other segment of the population, Colorado physicians are not immune from making the mistake of drinking and driving. Unlike other segments of the population, however, a DUI or other alcohol related offense can result in professional discipline. So, what do...
Colorado Medical Board Statistics Show Trend Towards More Severe Discipline
Every year or so, the Colorado Board of Medical Examiners releases a “Board Action Summary” showing the number and types of disciplinary actions over the prior decade. The most recent summary (from June 2009*) reveals a trend towards more severe discipline for doctors and physi...
Tom McMahon on a Physician's Right to Sue over Faulty Review Process
One frustration many physicians have with their hospitals is the failure to follow peer review procedures as adopted in the medical staff bylaws. One such situation led to a lawsuit handled by Jones & Keller senior litigator Tom McMahon against Penrose hospital. In...