Medical Malpractice Claims Investigation
Author | : Nancy Acerbo-Kozuchowski |
Publisher | : Jones & Bartlett Learning |
Total Pages | : 298 |
Release | : 1997 |
ISBN-10 | : 0834208601 |
ISBN-13 | : 9780834208605 |
Rating | : 4/5 (01 Downloads) |
Download or read book Medical Malpractice Claims Investigation written by Nancy Acerbo-Kozuchowski and published by Jones & Bartlett Learning. This book was released on 1997 with total page 298 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The book is designed as a primer for claims investigators, health care managers, QA/QI personnel, in-house counsel, paralegals, personal injury attorneys, and others whose duties include the investigation of actual and potential medical malpractice lawsuits. It can be used as a desktop reference, self-study guide, or as part of a formal orientation program for risk managers and quality assurance personnel. The book contains a step-by-step description of the claims investigation. It also provides instruction on reviewing medical records; identifying adverse patient occurrences; selecting, locating and interviewing personnel involved in occurrences; analyzing investigative findings; and writing the investigation report.