Question 1

What is a Certified Legal Nurse Consultant?

Accepted Answer

A CLNC® consultant is a registered nurse who has successfully mastered the rigorous CLNC® Certification Program developed by the company that pioneered the field of legal nurse consulting. The CLNC® has the expertise to quickly pinpoint and interpret medical and nursing issues in any case involving health, illness or injury.

Question 2

Why do attorneys need Certified Legal Nurse Consultants?

Accepted Answer

While the attorney is the legal expert, the CLNC® consultant is the expert on the healthcare system and its inner workings.

Question 3

When should you call a Certified Legal Nurse Consultant?

Accepted Answer

From the moment a potential case comes in, the CLNC® consultant becomes an invaluable asset by identifying the medical issues, screening the case for merit and providing 30 CLNC® services relevant to your case.

Question 4

Why should you consult with a Certified Legal Nurse Consultant if you’re already using an MD?

Accepted Answer

The services of a CLNC® consultant are far more cost-effective than those of a physician. As the healthcare provider who is face to face with the patient every day, the Certified Legal Nurse Consultant can educate you about a wide range of medical issues. This knowledge saves you time and money when working with expensive medical experts.

Question 5

What services does a Certified Legal Nurse Consultant provide?

Accepted Answer

A Certified Legal Nurse Consultant can assist with medical record review, case screening, medical chronologies, standards of care evaluation, injury and causation review, expert witness support, discovery assistance, and litigation preparation.

Question 6

When should an attorney contact a Legal Nurse Consultant?

Accepted Answer

A Legal Nurse Consultant can be helpful from the beginning of a case, especially when reviewing potential merit, identifying medical issues, organizing records, or preparing for litigation.

Question 7

Can you help with medical chronologies and timelines?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We develop clear medical chronologies and timelines that organize treatment history, medical events, and important case details in a structured format.

Question 8

Do you review electronic medical records?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We analyze electronic medical records to identify relevant clinical details, documentation concerns, inconsistencies, and important case-related information.

Question 9

Do you help with expert witnesses?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We can assist with identifying and locating medical expert witnesses when expert support is needed for a case.

Question 10

Can you help identify standards of care issues?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We review medical records and case details to identify adherence to or deviations from applicable standards of care.

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