Preparing for Deposition for Spinal Cord Injury Cases
Deposition preparation in SCI cases centers on equipment cost defenses, attendant care methodology, and the neurological-level basis for the life care plan.
Checklist
- Reconfirm equipment replacement interval sources
- Review attendant care methodology and rate data
- Prepare on ASIA classification specifics
- Review opposing CLCP or physician critiques
Questions to ask the expert
- How did you determine replacement intervals?
- What rate sources did you use for attendant care?
- How did you coordinate with the treating physiatrist?
Timeline
2 preparation sessions.
Required documents
- Life care plan with source citations
- Physiatrist communications
- Cost documentation
Common pitfalls
- Rate source substitutions without documentation
- Skipping peer-reviewed duration references
Frequently Asked Questions
Can attendant care hour opinions be challenged?
They commonly are; defend with functional assessment and documented hours by service type.
References
- NSCISCGovernment
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