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Medical Records

Medical records are legal, written records concerning a patient's medical history, psychiatric history, chief complaint, symptoms, assessment and testing, diagnoses, symptoms, treatments and procedures, medications, and outcomes or responses. All medical professionals are required to document information in their patients' medical records. This category includes the common medical and legal forms patients must complete, what information might be written into a patient's record, how to obtain a copy of your patient record, and how to correct errors in your medical or mental health record.

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What was the first use of electronic medical records?

The first use of electronic medical records was to document clinical encounters. This is one of the major reasons why electronic medical records were made. I

How long are records kept?

Felonies are kept for life. You can have them sealed if you go through the proper channels. Misdemeanors are usually kept for 7 yrs, in Florida anyway. They stay sealed unless you are tried for another big crime. Then theyre used to prove a case against you. You know, for character purposes.

Can a parent get medical records of an adult child?

A parent can get the medical records of an adult child if the adult child gives express permission.

Can a victim of identity thft get their medical records get tapped into?

Yes, some identity theft involves illegal access of medical records by an imposter. Contact local police if you believe you're been a victim.

Can your employer ask to see your dads medical records?

Anybody can ask anything they like, but your employer can't look at your father's medical records unless your father gives permission.

Is it illegal to release medical records to a car insurance company without consent of the patient?

At the clinic I work at, we have patients sign a release once a year allowing us to submit claims to their insurance company for the year. It doesn't specify which insurance company though. I would check with your clinic to see if you have signed something of the sort. And if not then it probably is illegal for your clinic to submit a claim without your permission.

What are the examples of MacGregor Theory X and Theory Y?

douglas mcgregor - theory x y

Douglas McGregor's XY Theory, managing an X Theory boss, and William Ouchi's Theory ZDouglas McGregor, an American social psychologist, proposed his famous X-Y theory in his 1960 book 'The Human Side Of Enterprise'. Theory x and theory y are still referred to commonly in the field of management and motivation, and whilst more recent studies have questioned the rigidity of the model, Mcgregor's X-Y Theory remains a valid basic principle from which to develop positive management style and techniques. McGregor's XY Theory remains central to organizational development, and to improving organizational culture.

McGregor's X-Y theory is a salutary and simple reminder of the natural rules for managing people, which under the pressure of day-to-day business are all too easily forgotten.

McGregor's ideas suggest that there are two fundamental approaches to managing people. Many managers tend towards theory x, and generally get poor results. Enlightened managers use theory y, which produces better performance and results, and allows people to grow and develop.

McGregor's ideas significantly relate to modern understanding of the Psychological Contract, which provides many ways to appreciate the unhelpful nature of X-Theory leadership, and the useful constructive beneficial nature of Y-Theory leadership.

theory x ('authoritarian management' style)
  • The average person dislikes work and will avoid it he/she can.
  • Therefore most people must be forced with the threat of punishment to work towards organisational objectives.
  • The average person prefers to be directed; to avoid responsibility; is relatively unambitious, and wants security above all else.
theory y ('participative management' style)
  • Effort in work is as natural as work and play.
  • People will apply self-control and self-direction in the pursuit of organisational objectives, without external control or the threat of punishment.
  • Commitment to objectives is a function of rewards associated with their achievement.
  • People usually accept and often seek responsibility.
  • The capacity to use a high degree of imagination, ingenuity and creativity in solving organisational problems is widely, not narrowly, distributed in the population.
  • In industry the intellectual potential of the average person is only partly utilised.
tools for teaching, understanding and evaluating xy theory factorsThe XY Theory diagram and measurement tool below (pdf and doc versions) are adaptations of McGregor's ideas for modern organizations, management and work. They were not created by McGregor. I developed them to help understanding and application of McGregor's XY Theory concept. The test is a simple reflective tool, not a scientifically validated instrument; it's a learning aid and broad indicator. Please use it as such.

How would you locate medical records from 1960?

State laws usually only require holding them for a few years so they may no longer exist. The only way would be to contact the entity that provided the care and find out where the records are if if they are kept that long.

Can an organization be fined for any disclosure of Protected health information?

Yes, an organization can be fined for illegal or negligent disclosure of PHI.

Can you find 30 year old medical records?

You probably cannot obtain 30 year old medical records. Typically, records are destroyed in 7-10 years. Contact your health care provider or attorney for information specific to your location and situation.

Can a 18 year old get medical records in ma?

yes medical records in ma is a record system about patient test treatment online .

Can medical records stay in the patient room?

It is possible for the medical records to stay in the room with the patients. They used to take the patients clipboards and medical records on the outside of the door, but now they do not do so. It is has actually been discontinued a long time ago due to security reasons. People would take medical records of the patients in a room and dress up as a doctor and create fake badges and be impersonated as a doctor. So, no, they cannot keep the medical records in a room with a patient.

Does a release of records have to be signed to get your own medical records?

Thanks for this great question:

In many cases, due to HIPAA law, there is a need to obtain authorization for providing a release of medical records. HIPAA is the set of regulations that govern the Health Information and Privacy Accountability Act.

Even if the records are given directly to the patient, you may have to pay and / or sign a release allowing the medical office to photocopy the documents prior to giving them to you.

Personally, you should be wary if a office gives you medical records without you acknowledging receipt of them. An office that takes the added precaution of having you sign for the records is protecting themselves and the you consumer.

A Small Correction:HIPAA does not require that a Covered Entity (CE -- the healthcare provider) get notification in writing for release of Protected Health Information (PHI) to the patient, although HIPAA does allow the CE that option. An Authorization is intended for the "unusual" release of PHI at the patient's discretion, that is covered neither under transfer of PHI for allowed reasons (CE, Payment, Clearing House), or release of PHI to the patient. An example would be patients authorizing employers to see their Designated Record Set (DRS).

HIPAA does not require the CE to obtain a "release" to copy PHI. In fact, the term "release" is not defined under HIPAA.

The use of Authorizations for release of PHI to the patient, while common now, is not a requirement under HIPAA. The protection afforded by this practice is unclear at best.

How do you manage medical records?

I am using GraysEHR software by American Healthcare Technologies to manage medical records. It is very easy, reliable, safe and fast data entry. You can refer about GraysEHR on American Healthcare Technologies website.