Medical Review Officer Online Course with Live Discussion (Includes Digital Syllabus)-Business Aspects of MRO Practice

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Video Summary

The video provides practical guidance on functioning as an MRO (Medical Review Officer). It addresses various aspects that individuals aspiring to work as an MRO may have questions about, such as setting up a practice, liabilities, insurance, working with employers, and building a business. The video explains the different types of MRO practices, ranging from in-house MROs to specialty organizations. It also discusses the services an MRO can offer, including specimen collection, clinical evaluations, and substance abuse professional training. The video emphasizes the importance of properly trained and credentialed staff, and provides details on training requirements for urine collection, breath alcohol testing, and saliva, hair, and alternative specimen testing. The video also covers licensing and certification requirements for MROs and substance abuse professionals. It discusses the administrative and record-keeping aspects of being an MRO, along with the data management needs of various stakeholders in workplace drug testing. The video addresses pricing considerations for MRO services, including different methods and factors to consider. It explains the legal liabilities faced by MROs and offers suggestions for insurance coverage. The video provides insights into marketing MRO services, including targeting specific industries and organizations. It advises on building relationships and establishing contractual agreements with clients. The video also emphasizes the importance of ethics and professional conduct for MROs and provides additional resources for further information.

Keywords

MRO

Medical Review Officer

practice setup

liabilities

insurance

specimen collection