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Dec 08, 2024
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For the RecordThe Effect of Documentation on Defensibility and Patient SafetyCandello’s 2024 Benchmarking Report explores the critical role documentation plays in the outcomes of malpractice cases across clinical specialties. Based on an analysis of more than 65,000 medical malpractice cases closed between 2014 and 2023, the report reveals that documentation failures contribute to nearly one in five cases. Discover key documentation risk factors and actionable best practices to strengthen your clinical documentation and mitigate risk. |
9 Ways to Reduce Documentation Risk
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| Our data show that documentation errors persist across all specialties and care settings and double the odds of a med mal case closing with an indemnity payment. While the issue of documentation failures may seem daunting, meaningful change is within reach. To close out the year, we share these research-backed documentation tips to help strengthen defensibility and enhance patient safety. Download our 2024 Benchmarking Report, “For the Record: The Effect of Documentation on Defensibility and Patient Safety,” for additional data and recommendations. |
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