Posts by Tracy L. Liberatore Esq, PA
Abdominal Compartment Syndrome – A Surgical Nightmare
Compartment syndrome is a well-recognized complication that occurs in the extremities. However, it can also occur in the abdomen and intracranial cavity. When it occurs in the abdomen, it refers to organ dysfunction caused by intra-abdominal hypertension and is called abdominal compartment syndrome or ACS. Increased intra-abdominal pressure (IAP) may lead to intra-abdominal hypertension (IAH)…
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Texting and Driving; A Bad Combination
Despite the known risks of texting and driving, many individuals simply cannot resist making their friends and relatives wait until they are no longer driving to respond. While texting is a great way to communicate and keep in touch, even while in a busy meeting, it should be restricted to times when we are not…
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Top 4 Attorney Concerns About Medical Records Part 4: The Electronic Medical Record.
I find this to be the most interesting concern; the electronic medical record (EMR). I find it interesting because the electronic medical record was supposed to solve all the problems in the realm of medical charting and documentation, yet it brought with it a new set of unpredicted issues. Some might say the problems are…
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Top Four Attorney Concerns About Medical Records Part 3: Certified Copies – Are They Complete?
This is part three of a four part series and a continuation of my prior articles regarding attorney concerns and looks at the third item on the poll run by Pat Iyer; Certified copies-are they complete? How Can You Tell? A physician office or hospital sends you a copy of your client’s medical record and…
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Top Four Attorney Concerns About Medical Records Part 2: Lack of Uniformity of Charting Systems
This is a continuation from my prior article regarding attorney concerns and looks at the second item on the poll run by Pat Iyer; lack of uniformity of charting systems. You Are Not Alone Attorneys are not alone with this frustration as many medical providers have the same frustration; especially now with the implementation of…
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