In the legal realm, accurate and comprehensive medical record retrieval is often a crucial element in building a strong case. However, the process of retrieving medical records can be rife with pitfalls that may compromise the quality and reliability of the...
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Things to Do If You Have Been Injured by Medical Malpractice
Numerous personal injury lawsuits are filed in the United States each year, and there are a vast range of causes for the same. People are injured on the job, on the road, and by medical negligence....
An Insurance “Bad Faith” Primer
The recent $25.5 million verdict in Oklahoma against Aetna is a typical example of "insurance bad faith." As a company providing medical record review for attorneys handling personal injury cases,...
U.S. Hospitals Fail to Meet HIPAA Compliance Regarding Medical Record Requests
Federal and state regulations require that patients be given access to their medical records when they need them. The medical record being a very important document medically as well as legally may...
Insurance Claim Denials on the Rise across the U.S
A medical peer review for insurers is typically performed to determine whether the services provided by the treating physician to the patient were medically necessary. This is an important procedure...
Preparing a Medical Case Chronology – Best Practices
A medical case chronology is a great support when you prepare a case for trial. However, you must prepare the chronology so that you get the most out of it. A company providing medical review...
Social Security Program – Challenges Involved
Social security disability insurance supports Americans with disabilities and is indeed a major lifeline for many people who cannot work. Since the benefits are granted based on a detailed medical...
How Are Expert Witnesses Relevant in a Personal Injury Case?
Personal injury lawsuits for which attorneys rely on efficient medical record retrieval by an experienced medical review company hinge on how well the facts and issues in a case are understood....
Tips to Facilitate Patient Access to Their Medical Records
The electronic health record has many benefits, among which are improved access for both patients and providers; ease of medical records review; and enhanced quality of care. However, many patient...
When Workers’ Compensation Insurers Commit Fraud
Workers' compensation insurance is a major lifeline for workers injured on the job and is granted after detailed review processes that include a medical records review to determine the type of...
The Appeals Process in Personal Injury Cases – Some Considerations
Personal injury cases are complicated and may take time to settle. Medical record retrieval and medical chart review are essential requirements to produce the evidence of injury or illness. Those...