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Program Description

Best Practices for Obtaining, Verifying, and Using EMRs

Electronic medical records carry a wealth of information beyond traditional paper medical records. Do you have the tools and skills to take advantage of these new opportunities? This legal course delves into the laws and tactics of obtaining, organizing, and preparing EMRs for trial. Learn to prepare medical chronologies and summaries, get tips for reviewing EMRs, and more. Register today!

• Speak the language of medical records! Get a refresher on the common medical terms and abbreviations.
• Learn how common EMR software systems are structured.
• Ensure you obtain EMRs in their entirety and spot omissions and manipulation.
• Find more effective ways of organizing EMRs.
• Hear the latest on data security and HIPAA PHI protections.

Who Should Attend

This advanced level course is designed to give paralegals the information they need to improve their handling of electronic medical records. Those who should attend include:

• Paralegals
• Legal Technicians
• Legal Assistants
• Legal Support Staff

Course Content

1. Medical Terms Refresher and Useful Research Resources
2. EMR (Electronic Medical Records) Systems Architecture
3. Requesting Electronic Medical Records (EMRs)
4. Verifying Electronic Medical Records (Don't Overlook Metadata!)
5. Organizing, Managing, and Reviewing EMRs
6. Preparing Medical Chronologies and Summaries
7. HIPAA Compliance and Cybersecurity: Best Practices to Avoid Breaches and Safeguard PHI
8. Legal Ethics in Electronic Medical Records Management