Medical Records
/ˈmɛdɪkəl ˈrɛkərdz/
Definitions
- (n.) Documents and records created by healthcare providers that detail a patient’s medical history, treatment, diagnoses, and care.
The court subpoenaed the medical records to verify the plaintiff’s injury claims.
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- medical records
- medical record
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Commentary
Medical records are critical in legal contexts for establishing evidence in malpractice, personal injury, and insurance cases; accuracy and privacy regulations are key considerations.
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