Hello everyone. I am (relatively) new to an agency that does not leave field patient care reports at the hospital once care has been handed over. I complained...
... Hi, Will. Welcome to the group! I agree that not leaving the PCR at the hospital could work to the detriment of the patient. Docs in my area probably...
Hello Everyone - I'll start with a long post and then tone in down a little! This group should be a big help to folks and everyone should remember the...
Hello, Dwayne. First I'll start with a hearty "welcome." And then a "thanks" for such a thorough response, including the actual Privacy Rule citations. I...
... Will, If your agency has executed a valid "business associates" contract with the hospital in question, it is legal and advisable to leave a PCR with them,...
Will, I can only speak of WA State law, but it is required in our state to leave a copy of the PCR at the receiving facility. Our protocols allow us to fax...
... Hmm, this brings up another issue. The clear consensus among attorneys who have addressed the issue with us, as well as folks (attorneys and others) in...