Monthly Archives: May 2017

Why No-fault Auto Insurance Becomes Unaffordable – the Case of Michigan

May 31, 2017 MOS Medical Reviews

The availability and accuracy of the injured person’s medical records for medical records review is one of the most essential aspects of any motor vehicle accident case. Medical reports can often make or break a personal injury case. Around 12 states in the United States have No-fault car insurance laws – Florida, Hawaii, District of … Continue reading Why No-fault Auto Insurance Becomes Unaffordable – the Case of Michigan →

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Medical Records Review Reveals Snags in Autism Screening

May 29, 2017 Rajeev Rajagopal

ASD (autism spectrum disorder) is described as a range of complex neuro-developmental delays characterized by marked impairment in social and communicative functioning with repetitive or restrictive behaviors and interests. Just as with other medical conditions, medical records review is important in diagnosing and treating autism and related disorders. In the United States, prevalence of ASD … Continue reading Medical Records Review Reveals Snags in Autism Screening →

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Decoding ERISA Disability Benefits

May 24, 2017 Julie Clements

People who have a long-term disability (LTD) insurance policy, and are unable to work could be eligible for long-term disability benefits. The Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA) is a federal law that governs most group LTD policies. ERISA was signed into law in 1974 by President Gerald Ford. As a law that pre-empted all … Continue reading Decoding ERISA Disability Benefits →

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Hip Implant Failure and Product Liability Litigation – a Continuing Saga

May 22, 2017 MOS Medical Reviews

In any product liability case, whether artificial hip, knee, transvaginal mesh, or faulty drug, medical record retrieval and medical records review are important processes, and the defendants will want to see the complete medical file of the injured person. Typically the defense would ask for the entire medical history with a view to finding something … Continue reading Hip Implant Failure and Product Liability Litigation – a Continuing Saga →

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Health Insurers Charged under the False Claims Act – a Serious Concern

May 17, 2017 Rajeev Rajagopal

Medical claims review is an important step when reimbursing for medical services to ensure that provider billings are accurate and that the appropriate services are provided to the patient. Insurers utilize this service to determine patient eligibility and other details and it is expected that these carriers will focus on providing fair reimbursement for the … Continue reading Health Insurers Charged under the False Claims Act – a Serious Concern →

Workers Compensation

Why Communication is Essential to Manage Workers Anxiety and Workers Comp Costs

May 10, 2017 MOS Medical Reviews

With the constantly rising workers’ compensation costs, employers and their insurers are always considering ways to reduce the costs and any fraud associated with the workers’ comp program. This has made the independent medical examination (IME) and its integral medical records review process all the more significant. The IME helps the insurer better able to … Continue reading Why Communication is Essential to Manage Workers Anxiety and Workers Comp Costs →

Workers Compensation

Subrogation – an Important Consideration in Workers’ Compensation Insurance

May 8, 2017 Rajeev Rajagopal

Insurance terminology and processes may be intriguing to people outside the industry, but as providers of medical record review services for attorneys and the insurance sector we strive to stay informed regarding these. Among the various terms, “subrogation” in connection with workers’ comp insurance is one that has to be clearly understood. Most auto, commercial, … Continue reading Subrogation – an Important Consideration in Workers’ Compensation Insurance →

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Blockchain Technology Could Ensure Secure EHR Streamlining and Patient Data Sharing

May 3, 2017 Julie Clements

Electronic medical records have been introduced with the main objective of care coordination and ensuring the best outcome for patients. Alongside, EHRs are also expected to make processes such as medical record retrieval and medical records review easier. However, there is one major concern with the electronic health record – how to ensure that multiple … Continue reading Blockchain Technology Could Ensure Secure EHR Streamlining and Patient Data Sharing →