Getting it on Record and Getting it Right
Medical-record documentation comes under careful scrutiny in medical malpractice cases. Accurate and complete documentation may prevent litigation or result in a favorable outcome. What do the plaintiff's attorneys look for in a med-mal case? For practices upgrading to electronic medical records, what documentation is required? How is the paper record included in the electronic record? This CME activity examines risk management strategies, best practices, behaviors and pitfalls to avoid in both paper and electronic formats.
Learning Objectives
- Review current data on the frequency of malpractice actions and documentation strategies to reduce the risk of medical-malpractice lawsuits
- Explore common medical record "red flags" identified by legal teams
- Discuss language and actions to avoid when documenting a patient encounter.
Course Fees
MMS Member Physicians: $12
Nonmember Physicians: $22
Allied Health Professionals: $9.60
Format: Text
CME Credit: 1 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™, risk management study
