Medical billing errors are very common. Estimates put the rate of medical billing error somewhere between 30-80%. Unfortunately, identifying mistakes on a bill and successfully contesting them can be a complicated process. While billing errors are generally not the basis for a lawsuit, there are many steps consumers can take themselves in this situation. So, … Continue reading
Patients, and their appropriately authorized representatives, should have ability to access medical records (in all but a few instances). One of the greatest barriers people calling our office for a case consultation face is obtaining the records necessary for legal review. These same barriers prevent patients, guardians and others from procuring their records so they … Continue reading
We have addressed the topic of requesting medical records before, but we hear often from people who have difficulty getting copies of records – even their own – so we feel it bears repeating. Continue reading
