Something as simple as two different handwritings on a signature line can be interpreted as falsification of documentation. Such findings during a Joint Commission survey could result in an adverse accreditation decision.
In this example, Jane Doe, RN wrote in the date and time after Dr. Cdeghi signed the document.
During the Joint Commission Accreditation survey, when questioned Jane explained to the Joint Commission surveyor that she knew the document required time and date along with the signature. Jane thought she was helping.
If you encounter missing documentation, bring it to the attention of the provider and/or your supervisor