Canker sores, also known as mouth ulcers, or aphthous stomatitis, can form on the gums, inner cheeks and lips (anywhere inside of the mouth). Canker sores, while annoying, are common, and usually heal in a week or two.
The length of time that doctor's offices need to keep records varies by state. 5 years is a common requirement. Explanations of benefits (EOB's) are sent by the insurance companies to the patient, not to the doctor's office. 4/11/13- Actually, insurance companies send EOB's to both entities, patient and doctors.
If there is no legal business left over from your deceased husbandâs illness (for example, an open malpractice suit) and if the final report on his estate has been filed with the state you live in (in PA, thatâs 2 years after death), it is safe to get rid of all those EOBs.