Medical Law Assessment 2

Question 1         Describe the purpose of medical records and the importance of thorough and accurate documentation of patient care. What does the expression "not charted, not done" mean in health care? Explain the ownership of medical records and the standards for retaining medical records. Who really owns the medical record, and why?

Your response should be at least 200 words in length.

Question 2         Explain the process of health information technology (HIT) implementation that is currently taking place across the United States. Why is this implementation taking place at this point in history?

Your response should be at least 200 words in length.

Question 3         Identify unique aspects of confidentiality for alcohol and drug abuse patient records. Why is it so important that information in these records be protected at a higher level of privacy?

Your response should be at least 200 words in length.

Question 4         Describe the benefits of electronic medical records for patient care, naming at least three specific advantages of electronic records over traditional paper records.

Your response should be at least 200 words in length.