Little Documentation Mistakes That Add Up to Big Problems
With auditors examining our every move, many chiropractors are growing increasingly concerned about the state of their documentation. Here’s the really bad news: as a Certified Professional Auditor and Professional Coder myself, I have reviewed countless chiropractic records and many DCs have good reason to worry. Here’s the good news: this article will teach you how to avoid surprisingly common and easily overlooked mistakes in your documentation that generally spell big trouble during an audit.
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If you had to do a critical assessment of your daily chart notes, how would you rate them? Do you record all the necessary components that would aid someone in understanding your patient’s case? Would you be proud to share your notes with another professional such as a physician, lawyer, or associate? If the answer to the above questions is “NO” you are not alone.
