Doctor Lied On Records

Summary

The user in West Virginia believes a doctor lied on their medical records, specifically about a referral that was never made. The user has already consulted an attorney who stated that this situation does not constitute a malpractice lawsuit. The user did not provide the reason given by the attorney for this determination. The impact of the doctors alleged false claim on the users health or treatment was not discussed.

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i think civil
What specific civil issue are you facing, ****?
a doctor lied on medical records
What state are you in, ****? This will help me provide the most accurate information regarding your situation.
WV
What evidence do you have to support your claim that the doctor lied on your medical records? In West Virginia, falsifying medical records is a serious offense and can lead to penalties.
well she said she referred me and never did
What actions have you taken so far regarding this issue? In West Virginia, you can report this to the state medical board or consider a malpractice lawsuit.
ive contacted a attorney and they said it isn’t a malpractice lawsuit
What was the reason given by the attorney for it not being a malpractice lawsuit?
they never said
What was the impact of the doctor's false claim on your health or treatment? This could determine if it's a case of negligence or malpractice.