decisionhealth Newsletters, Part B News - 2010 Issue 3 (March)
How to use an attestation statement, signature log
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Article Overview
This short compliance-focused article describes the use of attestation statements and signature logs to identify and verify signatures or initials in medical records. It is aimed at providers, coders, auditors, and compliance staff who need a general understanding of CMS-related documentation support. The article covers the purpose of these documents, a sample attestation statement from CMS, and the role of signature logs in record review.
Why This Topic Matters
Documentation authenticity can affect whether a medical record is accepted during review or audit. Understanding attestation statements and signature logs helps healthcare organizations support record integrity and reduce documentation-related risk.
What You Will Learn
- The purpose of an attestation statement in medical record documentation
- How a signature log functions as supporting documentation
- Why legibility and authentication matter in record review
- What general CMS-related guidance is discussed in the article
Who Should Read This
- Physicians and practitioners
- Medical coders
- Compliance staff
- Auditors
- Revenue cycle teams
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