Is data from Physician Clinical Performance Assessment (PCPA) admissible in medical malpractice suits?
Quality measurement of physician performance has become a tool used by health insurers, hospitals and payers. A recent study published in JAMA suggests that the measures that rank physicians and track clinical outcomes have the highest likelihood of admissibility. Although it is unlikely that such data will be successfully admitted in malpractice litigation, this is not the case for proceedings by state licensing boards, hospital review committees and other adjudicatory bodies with more relaxed rules of evidence. Disclaimer This information is offered as reference information only and is not intended to establish practice standards or serve as legal advice. It is recommended you obtain a legal opinion from a qualified attorney for any specific application to your practice.
