This consent is required by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 to inform you of your rights for privacy with respect to your health care information.
Consent Related to Privacy Notice: I have had a chance to review the Practice Privacy Notice (HIPPA/PHI) as part of this registration process. I understand that the terms of the Privacy Notice may change and I may obtain these revised notices by contacting the practice by phone or in writing. I understand I have the right to request how my protected health information (PHI) has been disclosed. I also have the right to restrict how this information is disclosed, but this practice is not required to agree to my restrictions. If it does agree to my restrictions on PHI use, it is bound by that agreement.
Consent for Care: I, with my electronic signature, authorize (this practice), and any employee working under the direction of the physician, to provide medical care for me, or to this patient for which I am the legal guardian. This medical care may include services and supplies related to my health (or the identified person) and may include (but not limited to) preventative, diagnostic, therapeutic, rehabilitative, maintenance, palliative care, counseling, assessment or review of physical or mental status/function of the body and the sale or dispensing of drugs, supplements, devices, equipment or other items required and in accordance with a prescription. This consent includes contact and discussion with other health care professionals for care and treatment. I realize there are inherent risks with the care I may receive. Given these inherent risks, and by authorizing consent for care, you also hereby release any and all liability, to individuals providing care for you under Aquarius Medical Spa. In the event a dispute arises over the outcome of the treatment, I consent solely to arbitration according to the standards set forth by the American Arbitration Association as a legal means of settlement.
Consent for IV Therapy: I, hereby give consent to Aquarius Medical Spa to perform intravenous vitamin and mineral therapy. I understand that intravenous nutrient therapy is not standard, widely approved or accepted for the purpose(s) of treatment of prevention of disease and the view that it is of benefit in the treatment of such disorders is accepted by a minority of the medical community and is considered "experimental" by most physicians. I am advised that other treatment approaches have been used in these conditions, including but not limited to prescription medications, over-the-counter drugs and nutritional supplements and these alternatives have been explained to my full satisfaction.
I understand that the benefits of intravenous nutrient therapy are much greater if I follow a healthy lifestyle (non-smoking, weight control, proper exercise, proper diet and nutritional supplementation). I understand that an initial series of treatments are anticipated and that these treatments may extend over a number of weeks or months. I understand that it is my option to stop at any time with this treatment protocol without incurring any further expense after I have directed that such treatment be stopped. As with any other medical procedure, a small percentage of clients do not respond to this therapy.
I have been informed of possible risks and side effects including but not limited to discomfort at the injection site, thrombophlebitis, fatigue, allergic reaction, congestive heart failure, lowering of blood sugar levels, fever, and chills and generalized complaints. I understand that this therapy should not be used if I am pregnant unless I have severe life threatening disease. I understand the nature of the proposed therapy and the risks and dangers have been explained to me to my full satisfaction.
While I understand that there have been no warranties or guarantees of successful treatment made to me, I desire to undergo this treatment after having considered the information contained in this document, the information provided to me through conversations and materials that may be provided to me by the office to educate me about the treatment. I acknowledge that I have had the opportunity to ask questions and with respect to my proposed therapy and the treatments to be utilized and all my questions have been answered to my full satisfaction. my signature on this agreement will constitute a full and final release of any legal responsibility resulting from the administration of intravenous nutrient therapy in my case and/or any other medical treatments that may be necessary as a result thereof.
Consent for Release of Information and Assignment of Benefits: I also authorize this practice to furnish information to the identified insurance carrier(s) for any and all payment activities. I consent to assign all payments for services directly to this practice. I further consent to the use for any practice operational needs as identified in the Practice Privacy Notice.
Financial Policy: We appreciate you choosing us for your healthcare. We will adhere to the following financial policy in order to consistently deliver high quality care and services. The patient/responsible party assumes responsibility to ensure that the financial obligation is fulfilled for the health care services received. I understand that I am responsible for all co-payments, amounts applied to deductibles, and other amounts that may be deemed my responsibility by the payment sources, as required by my contract with my insurance plan and state regulations.
I understand that if I have an insurance co-payment, I am expected to make payment when checking in for my appointment. I understand that my contract with my insurance entity may or may not cover some services. All insurance policies are not the same. They vary by employer group. Aquarius Medical Spa and its staff are not responsible or able to know every policy available. It is my responsibility to verify applicable coverage prior to receiving the services. For example, not all health plans include screenings as a benefit. If I seek care outside of the contract terms, I am aware that I may be responsible for all charges that are incurred.
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation with this policy. It is our privilege to provide your medical care. I have read and understand the Consents and Financial Policy stated above and agree to accept full responsibility as described above.