IPD records of patients are preserved for how many years -: (A) 1 year, (B) 3 years, (C) 5 years, (D) 7 years
Answer is B. Every physician shall maintain the medical records peaining to his or her indoor patients for a period of 3 years from the commencement of treatment in a standard proforma laid down by the Medical Council of India'. as per Indian Medical Council Regulations, 2002. Ref: Textbook of Forensic Medicine & Toxicology. V.V.Pillai. 16th edition. Pg no: 592