has anyone worked for LHI doing C & P exams?

Trauma Columnist · Jan 26, 2018

Could you clarify what is LHI and what is a C&P exam?

Jules A, MSN · Jan 26, 2018

Could you clarify what is LHI and what is a C&P exam?

And really? You have accepted a job are in the credentialing process and don't know what your duties will be?

Rathyen · Jan 27, 2018

I can tell you about C&P exams, I don't know about LHI. Many companies are performing them. Send me a private message if you want.

SandieB · Mar 7, 2018

I passed my boards and obtained my NP license last year and I do work as a sub-contractor for LHI doing these exams. Very good practice for performing focused physical exams. Working through the VA, LHI is the prime contractor for scheduling these disability exams for the veterans. Your exams will go through quality control before being submitted to the VA. Sometimes medical opinions will be requested as well. There is a learning curve but it gets better with time. I enjoy doing these exams but be prepared to do the research of the files before the appointment

momofm1998 · Mar 7, 2018

As far as a response to you; Jules, "And really?" to quote you. do you even own a computer? do you even know the process of research? do you know how to "google" an unknown? Bet you know how to search for your local Walmart though. Your type of attitude is one reason articles are written about lateral bullying in nursing. Get over it!

momofm1998 · Mar 7, 2018

Rathyen, thank you so very much for your kind response. apparently, I dont have enough posts to send a private message to you. I so appreciate you offering though. I would love to hear your thoughts. I have completed my credentialing and from what I can see, the C&P exam is a really thorough and complete physical assessment documented on those "wonderful" government forms. I have heard good things about the company.

momofm1998 · Mar 7, 2018

SandieB, I am grateful for your input as someone actually doing these exams. I have heard really good things about LHI. I am working at a clinic that has contracted with LHI to do Vet exams locally. The clinic pays midlevels extremely poorly as do most other facilities in the middle TN area. I have researched NP pay for these exams in other geographical areas and found an astronomical difference than here. So much better. I sure miss my Texas and Atlanta pay scale. Again, thank you for sharing this info. Did you find the website knowledge center review helpful?

Rathyen · Mar 7, 2018

Yes. The DBQ forms will be endless. Since I messaged you, my company had decided not to continue with she exams, so I am not doing them at all. They just want very specific wording on your reports. They should provide you with plenty of sample documentations. I hope. Good luck!

SandieB · Mar 7, 2018

The knowledge center has valuable information and the ROM diagrams will be very helpful. Customer service has been a valuable asset as well especially if you have specific questions. If you haven't done so already, you will be required to take several online courses before things get started.

momofm1998 · Jun 22, 2018

I have been doing these compensation and pension exams now for about 12 weeks and i just worn out with the endless emails asking for "adjustments" in my notes. Almost as if I am supposed to mimic everything that VA has written previously. And the forms are on and on and on. There is no way to finish them in the time allotted by the contractor. I am working on them from home, no pay just to finish them . I would never advise any self respecting provider to do this kind of work. I am turning in my notice ASAP!. Just be warned. Its not hard work at all, the documentation is simply mind numbing and it never ends!

RN/WI, ADN, BSN, MSN, RN, APRN · Apr 7, 2021

Hello,

I know this has been awhile since the initial posting, but did you take the position doing the exams? Just wondering as I am looking at the same position as a recent FNP graduate. Thanks for any information on this position pros/cons.