Why Is Documentation Especially Significant in Managed Care

question 21

Multiple Choice

Why is documentation especially significant in managed care?

• A)The hospital needs to show that employees care for patients.
• B)Institutions are reimbursed only for patient care that is documented.
• C)Patients might bring lawsuits if care was not given.
• D)Documents may become part of a lawsuit.

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