Mastering Your Money Mindset as an LNC
Money conversations can feel uncomfortable for many legal nurse consultants. You may be confident analyzing medical records, writing reports, or explaining clinical issues to attorneys, yet hesitate when the topic shifts to billing and collections. That hesitation isn’t just about numbers—it’s about your money mindset. Your money mindset is the set of beliefs, attitudes, and…
Read MoreFear That Stops You From Writing? You’re Not Alone
Have you ever thought, “I want to write, but I freeze every time I try”? If it is fear that stops you and that sounds familiar, you’re in very good company. In fact, 81% of people in the U.S. say they want to write a book—but fewer than 1% actually do it. That means millions…
Read MoreHow do Medical Staff Tamper with Medical Records?
There are many reasons why a person would tamper with medical records, including an intention to commit fraud, such as billing for services not performed, or fear or guilt when an untoward outcome occurs. The LNC should be aware of the potential for tampering when there is: a delay in or an inability to obtain…
Read MoreTampering with Medical Records
Identifying fraudulent medical records is essential for legal nurse consultants and attorneys alike. It is one of the most critical tasks legal nurse consultants may perform and provides us with the opportunity to use our detailed-oriented skills as we detect tampering with medical records. The discovery of fraudulent medical records changes the entire complexion of…
Read MoreHealthcare Serial Killers
Healthcare serial killers are among the most chilling criminals. They use their medical knowledge and access to vulnerable patients to carry out their heinous crimes. I worked with prosecutors on the Charles Cullen RN case. He is widely believed to be the most prolific healthcare killer and was the subject of the book and movie,…
Read MoreConquering the Fear of Writing as a Legal Nurse Consultant
When I first started working with a particular expert witness, I thought we’d be a great fit. She had impressive credentials, deep knowledge of her specialty, and years of experience in her field. But when I reviewed her first report, the problems leapt off the page — incomplete sentences, grammatical errors, and facts presented in…
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