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Orthopedic Surgery Toolkit
August 1, 2019
Documentation and education
Documenting patient non-compliance: a powerful defense
Non-compliance in (healthcare) is a coined term used to classify patients who fail, for one reason or another, to follow health care direction given by a professional. Among the more common problem areas are:
- Repeated failure to keep appointments
- Failure to have diagnostic testing or consultation as recommended
- Failure to comply with medication therapy
- Failure to …
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The information provided in this resource does not constitute legal, medical or any other professional advice, nor does it establish a standard of care. This resource has been created as an aid to you in your practice. The ultimate decision on how to use the information provided rests solely with you, the PolicyOwner.