Bluffton Misdiagnosis Attorneys

Trusted Legal Advocates for Victims of Medical Negligence in Bluffton, SC

When you visit a doctor, hospital, or emergency room, you trust that the professionals caring for you will provide accurate diagnoses and effective treatment. Unfortunately, that trust is sometimes broken. Misdiagnosis is one of the most common forms of medical malpractice in the United States, affecting millions of patients every year. When a health condition is overlooked, diagnosed too late, or mistaken for something else entirely, the results can be devastating.

At Bauer & Metro, P.C., we fight for patients and families in Bluffton who have suffered due to preventable diagnostic errors. Our experienced misdiagnosis attorneys know how to hold negligent healthcare providers accountable and secure the compensation you deserve.

Call (843) 920-2844 or contact us online to get started with a free consultation.

What Is Misdiagnosis?

Misdiagnosis occurs when a doctor or medical professional fails to correctly identify a patient’s medical condition. This can take several forms, including:

• Failure to diagnose: A doctor misses the condition completely.
• Delayed diagnosis: A correct diagnosis is made but only after a harmful delay.
• Incorrect diagnosis: The doctor diagnoses the wrong condition, leading to inappropriate treatment.

Regardless of the type of error, the result is the same: the patient’s health and safety are jeopardized. If another reasonable medical provider would have correctly diagnosed your condition under similar circumstances, the misdiagnosis may constitute medical malpractice.

How Misdiagnosis Happens

Most misdiagnoses are preventable and stem from negligence somewhere in the diagnostic process. Common causes include:

• Fatigue or overwork: Providers seeing too many patients in too little time.
• Failure to review records: Overlooking key medical history or prior test results.
• Inadequate testing: Not ordering the right diagnostic tests or failing to follow up on abnormal results.
• Misinterpreting test results: Human error or lack of proper training.
• Poor communication: Ignoring or dismissing a patient’s description of their symptoms.
• Clerical errors: Mixing up patient files, charts, or lab results.

These mistakes can lead to unnecessary suffering, prolonged illness, or even death.

The Impact of a Misdiagnosis

A misdiagnosis can cause significant harm, such as:

• Delayed treatment that allows a condition to worsen
• Unnecessary or harmful treatments for a condition you do not have
• Emotional distress and loss of trust in medical professionals
• Higher medical costs due to corrective care or additional hospitalizations
• Permanent disability or wrongful death in the most severe cases

When misdiagnosis results in significant injury or loss, you have the right to seek justice and financial compensation.

What to Do After a Misdiagnosis

If you believe you or a loved one suffered harm due to a misdiagnosis, take the following steps:

1. Get the medical care you need: Your health comes first. Seek appropriate treatment from another qualified provider.
2. Request your medical records: These will be crucial in proving what went wrong.
3. Document everything: Keep copies of test results, bills, and communications.
4. Contact a misdiagnosis attorney: The sooner you speak with a lawyer, the better your chance of building a strong case.

How Bauer & Metro, P.C. Can Help

Medical malpractice cases are complex and often fiercely defended by doctors, hospitals, and their insurance companies. Our team at Bauer & Metro, P.C. has the skill, resources, and determination to handle every aspect of your claim.

When you work with our Bluffton misdiagnosis attorneys, we will:

• Investigate the circumstances of your diagnosis and treatment
• Consult with medical experts to determine if the standard of care was breached
• Collect and organize critical evidence, including medical records and expert testimony
• Build a strong legal argument linking the misdiagnosis to your injuries
• Represent you in negotiations with insurance companies and, if necessary, in court

Our goal is to recover compensation for your medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other damages so you can focus on healing and moving forward.

Get a Free Consultation Today

Your health and your case matter to us. At Bauer & Metro, P.C., we believe that negligent medical providers should be held accountable for the harm they cause. If you were injured by a misdiagnosis in Bluffton or the surrounding areas, our attorneys are ready to stand by your side.

Call (843) 920-2844 or contact us online today to schedule your free consultation and learn more about your legal options.