You also want to ensure that they haven’t had anymalpracticesuits filed against them.
Malpractice suits may be filed if a patient experiencesinjury, harm, or death due to inappropriate medical care.
It is meant to help you make informed decisions about your health care.
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What Is Medical Malpractice?
Consider Hippocrates and the call to “do no harm” dating to the 5th century BCE.
How Do I Find Out if a Doctor Has Complaints?
Finding out if your healthcare provider has ever received any complaints may be a bit tricky.
How Do I Do a Background Search on a Healthcare Provider?
How Do I Make a Qualified Judgment When Selecting a Doctor?
A malpractice track record or ratings may not provide the whole story.
For example, some rating sites may indicate that asurgeonis “successful.”
However, some surgeons, for keep their ratings high, will not accept high-risk patients.
Don’t hesitate to ask a healthcare provider about a malpractice suit or other action you may find.
But follow your gut when it comes to finding the best healthcare provider for your needs.
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