Hospital Negligence – Poor Record Keeping
Tracking a patient’s medical history correctly is the responsibility of doctors, nurses, and other medical professionals. The failure of a hospital to adequately maintain and update these medical records may pose a serious threat to the safety of a patient, particularly when that patient is unable to respond to questions about his or her medical history.
If you or your loved one has been the victim of a hospital’s negligent record keeping then it may be possible to file a civil lawsuit seeking financial compensation for the resulting harm. Contact the Waco medical malpractice attorneys of the Law Offices of Vic Feazell P.C., at 877-948-4842 to discuss the potential merits of your case.
Medical Harm
Poor record keeping accounts for approximately 10% of malpractice cases that go to court. Some consequences of this negligence include:
- Drug interference due to the improper documentation of current medicines
- Incorrect treatments
- Delayed treatment
- The need for future medical diagnosis or treatment
If you have been a victim of poor record keeping, you know that it can take a serious toll on your entire quality of life. High medical bills, sustained illness or injury, loss of time at work, and harm to your emotional health are all potential risks
It can be difficult to determine and prove that the failure to keep accurate medical records has resulted in your pain and suffering. Hiring an experienced medical malpractice attorney is the first step in obtaining the help necessary to investigate your case.
Contact Us
Contact Waco medical malpractice lawyer, Vic Feazell, P.C., to learn more about your rights. Contact a skilled and experienced legal representative today at 877-948-4842.
