Various types of medical records hold distinct purposes when it comes to Veterans Affairs (VA) claims or appeals. The pertinent medical records are those that establish a direct link between the claimant's current diagnosed condition and their military service or...
You may be a plaintiff or defense attorney dealing with personal injury, medical malpractice, or toxic tort cases and you will have to request the patient medical record for review and analysis. In...
Medical record review for attorneys involved in medical litigation is a time-consuming and complex process, and the reviewer must be able to understand and review the medical records efficiently and...
IME or an independent medical examination typically involves a physical examination as well as a review of relevant medical records by an independent medical examiner. Independent medical...
A legal nurse consultant (LNC) is a valuable team member for an attorney in medical malpractice and other types of litigation that depends heavily on medical records. A value-added service for busy...
Medical records are crucial in legal cases, providing essential insights into a client's health history and treatment. Preparing a comprehensive medical records summary is an integral part of...
A medical malpractice suit arises when a person is injured or dies in a medical setting on account of a medical professional’s action or inaction. Medical professionals include physicians, nurses,...
Anesthesia errors contribute to a large number of medical malpractice claims. Analyzing claims of this kind can be a complex and lengthy process involving comprehensive review of anesthesia and...
A patient healthcare record pertaining to any medical specialty is used for clinical reference, treatment planning, medical billing purposes and as medical records. Handwritten/typed medical records...
Medication errors kill thousands of people every year in the United States, and victims are often patients who receive the wrong medication, medicines they are allergic to, incorrect dosage, or a...
Medical records are the prime pieces of evidence in auto accident cases and it is important that the injured party seeks proper treatment in a timely manner. This will ensure that the records show...
