What do Texas physicians have to document in the medical record after each visit?
Rules define documentation requirements, role of scribes
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Why are emergency room discharge instructions so important?
Discharge from the ER doesn't mean that follow-up care isn't needed
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Medication error temporarily paralyzes Houston patient, causes brain injury
A student nurse administered a paralyzing medication instead of a sedative by mistake
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When your medical records leave out information, you can fill in the blanks
Documentation is important in a medical malpractice case, but when information is missing from the records it's not the end of the world
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Can I pursue a Texas medical malpractice case if my medical records are inaccurate?
Painter Law Firm's frequently asked question (FAQ) series
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Federal judge enters opinion increasing the cost for medical records
A Washington DC federal district judge struck down part of the patient-friendly HITECH Act
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Audit trails can uncover doctored, altered, or forged medical records
A plaintiff can obtain this critical evidence in a Texas medical malpractice lawsuit
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What does patient noncompliance mean?
Painter Law Firm's frequently asked question (FAQ) series
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What happens when your medical records are wrong?
Medical scribes are new players on the healthcare scene and some are causing more medical record mistakes
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Guardianships and alternatives in Texas, and why you should plan ahead
Legal guardianship gives a court-appointed adult decision-making authority over a minor or incapacitated adult
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