Physicians should be aware that this new statute has serious limitations and its interpretation by the courts is, as yet, unknown and could be further limiting. In that regard, caution is paramount. However, having said that, physicians cannot ignore the opportunity for openness and increased patient satisfaction that this statute provides.
“Maryland’s New “I’m Sorry” Legislation” written by Benjamin Vaughan in Doctors RX, Volume 13, No. 2 (Fall/Winter 2005)
