The New York Physician's Report of Impartial Specialist Examination (PREP) or Impartial Specialist Record Review (IPR) is a document used by the New York State Department of Health to evaluate medical records and provide an impartial medical opinion regarding a patient's condition or disability. The PREP or IPR is requested by the Department of Health when a patient's medical record is incomplete or unclear. The PREP or IPR is conducted by a physician with specialized knowledge and expertise, and includes a review of all relevant medical records, an independent medical examination, and a detailed written report. The PREP or IPR is used to help the Department of Health determine if a patient is eligible for medical benefits, or if further medical treatment is necessary. The two different types of New York Physician's Report of Impartial Specialist Examination or Impartial Specialist Record Review are: 1) PREP — Physician’s Report of Impartial Specialist Examination 2) IPR — Impartial Specialist Record Review
The New York Physician's Report of Impartial Specialist Examination (PREP) or Impartial Specialist Record Review (IPR) is a document used by the New York State Department of Health to evaluate medical records and provide an impartial medical opinion regarding a patient's condition or disability. The PREP or IPR is requested by the Department of Health when a patient's medical record is incomplete or unclear. The PREP or IPR is conducted by a physician with specialized knowledge and expertise, and includes a review of all relevant medical records, an independent medical examination, and a detailed written report. The PREP or IPR is used to help the Department of Health determine if a patient is eligible for medical benefits, or if further medical treatment is necessary. The two different types of New York Physician's Report of Impartial Specialist Examination or Impartial Specialist Record Review are: 1) PREP — Physician’s Report of Impartial Specialist Examination 2) IPR — Impartial Specialist Record Review