GENERAL CONSENT FOR TREATMENT, FINANCIAL AGREEMENT, AND
COMMUNICATION AUTHORIZATION
Precision Healthcare Specialists, LLC
We are pleased to share that we are now part of Precision Healthcare Specialists. This transition allows us to expand our resources and continue strengthening the care we provide to our patients and community.
What this means for you:
- Your care will not change. You will continue to see the same physicians and care team you know and trust.
- Your treatment and services remain the same. There is no change to the quality or approach to your care.
- Billing statements and other administrative forms may reflect a new name. You may see Precision Healthcare Specialists listed on billing and related communications.
If you have any questions about this update or your account, please contact our office. We are happy to assist you. Thank you for trusting us with your care.
Consent for Medical Evaluation and Treatment
I voluntarily consent to receive medical evaluation, diagnostic procedures, and treatment from Precision Healthcare Specialists (“the Practice”), including its physicians, advanced practice providers, nurses, technicians, students, trainees, and other healthcare personnel involved in my care.
My care may include:
- Medical evaluation and examination
- Diagnostic testing and procedures
- Laboratory testing and imaging
- Administration of medications
- Routine medical treatment and care
- Telehealth services when appropriate
I understand that medications, injections, infusions, or other therapeutic treatments may be prescribed or administered as part of my care. These treatments may involve potential risks or side effects, including but not limited to allergic reactions, medication side effects, infection, bleeding, or other complications. When clinically appropriate, my healthcare provider may discuss the purpose, risks, benefits, and alternatives to these treatments, and I have the opportunity to ask questions before proceeding.
My healthcare provider may discuss with me the nature and purpose of proposed treatments, the material risks and benefits, and reasonable alternatives, including the option of no treatment, when clinically appropriate. I have the right to ask questions about my condition, proposed treatment, risks, benefits, and alternatives, and I have the right to refuse treatment to the extent permitted by law. I understand that refusal of recommended care may affect my health outcomes.
I am responsible for informing my healthcare provider of my medical history, medications, allergies, and any changes in my condition.
Care Team Participation and Coordination of Care
I understand that individuals involved in my care may include physicians, advanced practice providers, nurses, medical assistants, technicians, trainees, students, or other authorized healthcare personnel working under appropriate supervision.
I authorize the Practice to use and disclose my medical information as necessary for treatment, payment, and healthcare operations, including coordination with other healthcare providers involved in my care, consistent with applicable federal and state privacy laws.
Photography and Documentation for Treatment Purposes
I understand that photographs, video, or other recordings may be taken for purposes of diagnosis, treatment, medical documentation, quality improvement, or healthcare operations. These images will be handled in accordance with privacy and security standards and applicable law.
Use of Technology and AI-Assisted Documentation
The Practice may use technology to support high-quality patient care and accurate medical documentation, including voice recognition, ambient listening tools, and artificial intelligence (AI)–assisted documentation systems.
Telehealth services and other electronic technologies rely on communication systems that may occasionally experience interruptions, delays, or technical failures that could require rescheduling or an in-person visit.
I understand that:
- Technology may be used during my visit to assist with documentation.
- Conversations may be electronically processed to create medical records.
- My healthcare provider reviews and approves all documentation entered into my medical record.
- These tools support clinical documentation and do not replace medical judgment.
- Information collected is handled in accordance with applicable privacy and security laws.
I understand that I may request that these technologies not be used during my visit and that my care will not be affected if I decline.
Procedural Acknowledgment
I understand that certain procedures, treatments, or interventions may involve additional risks and may require separate informed consent documents. When applicable, these procedures will be explained to me, including risks, benefits, and alternatives, and I will have the opportunity to ask questions before agreeing to proceed.
Financial Responsibility
I understand and agree that:
- All professional services rendered are the responsibility of the patient or designated party.
- Payment is due at the time services are rendered unless other arrangements have been made in advance.
- I am responsible for any balance not paid by my insurance carrier, including copayments, coinsurance, deductibles, non-covered services, and denied claims.
- Verification of insurance benefits is not a guarantee of payment. Coverage is determined by my insurance plan.
- I agree to provide current and accurate insurance information and notify the Practice of any changes.
- If my account becomes delinquent, it may be referred for collection, and I may be responsible for reasonable collection costs, attorney fees, and court costs where permitted by law.
Assignment of Benefits
I hereby assign and authorize direct payment of all medical and surgical benefits, including major medical benefits, to Precision Healthcare Specialists for services rendered to me or my dependents.
I authorize my insurance carrier(s), including Medicare, private insurance, and any other health or medical plan, to issue payment directly to Precision Healthcare Specialists. I understand that I remain financially responsible for any amount not covered by insurance.
A photocopy or electronic copy of this authorization shall be considered as valid as the original.
Authorization to Release Information for Payment
I authorize the Practice to release information necessary to:
- Process insurance claims
- Obtain payment
- Coordinate benefits with payers
This authorization remains in effect until revoked by me in writing.
Communication Authorization and Consent to Contact
I authorize Precision Healthcare Specialists, its employees, agents, contractors, and affiliates to contact me using the contact information I have provided regarding my healthcare, appointments, treatment, billing, office policies, updates or changes and related services.
Communication methods may include:
- Telephone calls
- Text messages (SMS)
- Voicemail messages
- Email
- Patient portal messaging
- Automated or prerecorded voice messages
- Other electronic communication methods
These communications may include appointment reminders, care coordination, test results, billing matters, practice updates, health education, and information about services that may be relevant to my care.
I understand that:
- Calls or messages may be sent using automated dialing systems or prerecorded messages.
- Messages may be left on voicemail or with another person unless I notify the Practice otherwise.
- Standard message and data rates may apply depending on my mobile carrier plan.
- I may opt out of certain communications at any time by notifying the Practice or following opt-out instructions (such as replying STOP to text messages).
Signing this authorization is voluntary. My treatment will not be conditioned upon providing consent to receive communications.
Consent to Contact for Marketing & Communications
By providing my contact information, I consent to receive communications from Precision Healthcare Specialists and its affiliated providers, which may include appointment reminders, follow-up care information, educational content, and information about services, programs, or events that may be of interest to me.
These communications may be delivered via phone call, voicemail, text message (SMS), or email, using the contact information I have provided.
I understand that:
- Consent to receive marketing or promotional communications is voluntary and is not a condition of receiving treatment or services
- Message and data rates may apply for text messages
- I may opt out at any time by following the unsubscribe instructions included in communications or by contacting the practice directly