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It is the Patient’s responsibility to read all permits and/or consents that he/she signs.
If the patient does not understand, it is the patient’s responsibility to ask the nurse, medical assistant or
practitioner for clarification. |
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It is the Patient’s responsibility to answer all medical questions truthfully to the best of his/her knowledge; providing complete and accurate information to the best of his/her ability about his/her health, any medications, including over-the-counter products and dietary supplements and any allergies and sensitivities. |
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It is the Patient’s responsibility to inform his/her provider about any living will, medical power of attorney, or other directive that could affect his/her care. |
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It is the Patient’s responsibility to read carefully and follow the preoperative instructions that his/her practitioner has given. |
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It is the Patient’s responsibility to notify the organization if he/she has not followed the preoperative instructions. |
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It is the Patient’s responsibility to provide transportation as directed to and from the organization appropriate to the medications and/or anesthetics that he/she will be receiving. |
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It is the Patient’s responsibility to read carefully and to follow the postoperative instructions and treatment plan prescribed that he/she receives from the practitioner or nurses. This includes postoperative appointments. |
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It is the Patient’s responsibility to contact his/her practitioner if he/she has any complications. |
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It is the Patient’s responsibility to assure that all payments for services rendered are on a timely basis and, that ultimately responsibility for all charges is his/hers, regardless of whatever insurance coverage he/she may have. |
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It is the Patient’s responsibility to be respectful of all the health care providers and staff, as well as other patients. |
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It is the Patient’s responsibility to notify the Medical Director if he/she feels that any of his/her Patient’s Rights have been violated or if he/she has a significant complaint or a suggestion to improve services or the quality of care. This can be done by filling out our patient satisfaction questionnaire, by direct contact or by telephone/fax/email. |
