Posted: October 7th, 2017

Requirements for admitting the health record into evidence

Health records

Explain how the following affect the role of the medical assistant’s practice and give examples for each:

a) Negligence,

b) Malpractice,

c) Statute of Limitations,

d) Good Samaritan Laws,

e) Uniform Anatomical Gift Act,

f) Living will / advance directives, and

g) Medical durable power of attorney.

In addition, explain why health records are considered hearsay evidence and how the health professional’s role establishes the foundation and trustworthiness requirements for admitting the health record into evidence.