Correcting Medical Record Errors

Summary

If your medical records have errors impacting a compensation claim, obtain a copy and contact the hospital to correct the mistake. Inform your insurer about the discrepancy and provide corrected records when available. Consider seeking legal advice for further assistance.

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i have a compensation claim with insurers they want my hospital records but acident and emergency have written down a incorrect cause of my accident what should i do ?
Hey James! In your situation, consider these steps:
- Request a copy of your medical records from the hospital.
- Contact the hospital to correct the error. They may need documentation or a statement from you.
- Inform your insurer about the discrepancy and provide any corrected records once available.
Would you like guidance on how to approach the hospital for the correction?