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CONSENT TO TREAT: I consent to the administration of health care by Minivasive Pain & Orthopedics ("MPO"). I understand that I may set conditions or limitations on my treatment and care and that if I wish to provide such conditions, I will be given the opportunity to write those in a separate document. I have been informed and acknowledge that I may withdraw my consent at any time upon written notice to MPO. I am giving my consent to the administration of health care by MPO voluntarily, and that hereby knowingly and voluntarily enter into this Health Care Consent for Treatment. MPO is an interventional pain management clinic only. MPO encourages all patients to obtain a Primary Care Physician.
ASSIGNMENT OF BENEFITS: I hereby irrevocably assign to Minivasive Pain & Orthopedics ("MPO") any and all benefits and interest and rights, including the right to assert a lien or bring acause of action, under any insurance policies, benefit plans, indemnity plans, prepaid health plans, third-party liability policies, or from any other payer providing benefits on my behalf, for and to the extent of the services and goods provided to me by MPO. Under this assignment, MPO shall have an independent, non-exclusive right to appeal or pursue any denied or delayed claims on behalf of the insured or beneficiary. This assignment is not and shall not be construed as an obligation of MPO to pursue such interest and rights. By signing this form, I, as the patient or patient's legal representative, am directing any applicable health insurer, health benefit plan, indemnity plan, reinsurer, third-party liability insurer or other payer providing benefits on my behalf to pay MPO directly for the services and goods MPO provide to me. I understand that if insurance denies coverage or payment for services provided to me, I am financial responsibility for all charges.
IF MEDICARE or other similar government program should determine that I am not eligible for coverage or that the treatment is not covered, I will be responsible for payment, unless prohibited by law.
IF NO INSURANCE, THIRD-PARTY INSURANCE, or MOTOR VEHICLE ACCIDENTS you will be responsible for all charges associated with your care. We can file insurance claims to third-parties or insurance carriers on your behalf. You will be responsible for all charges as well as billing appropriate carriers as you like.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF PRIVACY POLICIES/ HIPAA: I have been offered a copy of the Notice of Privacy Practices. The notice describes how my health information may be used or disclosed. I understand that I should read it carefully. I am aware that the notice may be changed at any time and I have the right to request new copies at any MPO location during regular business hours.
PHYSICIAN DISCLOSURE OF FINANCIAL INTEREST:: Texas law requires that your physician disclose to you any financial interest he or she may have in another healthcare entity to which you may be referred, so that you may address any concerns you may have directly with your physician. Your referring physician is a contractor and/or owner of Minivasive Pain & Orthopedics (the "Group"). The physician members of the Group are NOT owners of any of the Ambulatory Surgical Centers, Hospitals, Laboratories, or Imaging facilities to which you have been referred for therapeutic and/or diagnostic services. By signing the below, you acknowledge your receipt of this Physician Disclosure of Financial Interest.
By my signature below, I am acknowledging receipt of this document and agree to the terms under all sections of this document. Agreement Consent to Treat, Benefit Assignment and Financial Responsibility, Physician Disclosure of Financial Interest, and receipt of Privacy Policies/ HIPAA.
A photocopy of this assignment is to be considered as valid as the original. I have read and fully understand this agreement.
Signature of Patient/Guardian
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HIPAA Policy
According to the Texas State Law and per HIPPA policy, our practice is not allowed to release any of your information without your permission. Please list any individuals that you are giving permission to receive or to pick up any prescriptions written by the doctor. Please list any individuals that you are giving permission to receive information in regards to you as a patient at our practice.
I acknowledge that this authorization will remain in effect for up to one (1) year from the date of signature, unless I choose to revoke it earlier by submitting a written request to Minivasive Pain & Orthopedics.
Signature of Patient/Guardian
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Deferred Payment Agreement
MEDICAL PROVIDER: Minivasive Pain & Orthopedics, PLLC
If you have a pending insurance claim that must be resolved prior to your ability to pay for services rendered by our clinic or facility, we agree to temporarily defer collection actions. In consideration of such deferral, you expressly agree as follows:
You agree to toll and suspend any and all applicable statutes of limitations under Texas law, including but not limited to those under Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code § 16.004(a)(3) (four-year limitation on debt actions), for the duration of the time your insurance claim remains unresolved, beginning from the date of service. The tolling period shall end thirty (30) days after the resolution of your insurance claim, whether by settlement, judgment, or other final disposition.
You agree to promptly notify your legal counsel, if any, of your outstanding balance with our clinic or facility. You further agree to direct your attorney to hold in constructive trust any proceeds from your insurance claim in an amount sufficient to satisfy your financial obligations to us. You also authorize us to communicate directly with your attorney regarding your account balance. Nothing in this agreement shall waive or prejudice our right to pursue legal remedies in the event of noncompliance.
Signature of Patient/Guardian
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AUTHORIZATION TO DISCLOSE PROTECTED HEALTH INFORMATION
Developed for Texas Health & Safety Code § 181.154(d)
effective June 2013
Please read this entire form before signing and complete all the sections that apply to your decisions relating to the disclosure of protected health information. Covered entities as that term is defined by HIPAA and Texas Health & Safety Code § 181.001 must obtain a signed authorization from the individual or the individual's legally authorized representative to electronically disclose that individual's protected health information. Authorization is not required for disclosures related to treatment, payment, health care operations, performing certain insurance functions, or as may be otherwise authorized by law. Covered entities may use this form or any other form that complies with HIPAA, the Texas Medical Privacy Act, and other applicable laws. Individuals cannot be denied treatment based on a failure to sign this authorization form, and a refusal to sign this form will not affect the payment, enrollment, or eligibility for benefits.
Signature of Minor Individual
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