Welcome to our office. Our doctors and staff look forward to providing you with quality dental care in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere. Your initial visit will include review of your medical and dental history, taking necessary x-rays and an evaluation of your mouth. Our treatment recommendations are based on your health needs. Thorough care is our foremost consideration and comprises not only the eradication of existing dental disease, but its prevention in the future. We want to clearly state our office policies to avoid any future confusion or misunderstandings. Please carefully read these pages and sign where indicated to show your understanding of, and agreement with, our policies. Please help us to understand your primary dental concerns by checking all that apply:
Preventive care to preserve my teeth for life
Routine maintenance to keep my teeth and gums healthy
Cosmetic dentistry to improve the appearance of my smile
Only the basic (limited) care offered by my insurance
Printed Name____________________________________________________ Date_____________________ Signature of Patient or Guardian________________________________________________________________ Notice of Privacy Practices Acknowledgement
I understand that, under the Health Insurance Portability & Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), I have certain rights to privacy regarding my protected health information. I understand that this information can and will be used to:
Conduct, plan and direct my treatment and follow-up care among the multiple healthcare
providers who may be involved in that treatment directly or indirectly
Obtain payment from third party payers Conduct normal healthcare operations such as quality assessments and physician
I give consent to the doctors’ or designated staff’s use and disclosure of any oral, written or electronic health records that are individually identifiable as mine for the purpose of carrying out my treatment, payment and health care operations. I understand that only the minimum amount of information necessary to provide quality care will be used or disclosed. I understand that I may request a copy of the full Notice of Privacy Practices from this office at any time. I am also aware that I can download a copy from this office’s website. Printed Name____________________________________________________ Date_____________________ Signature of Patient or Guardian________________________________________________________________
Treatment Consent
I hereby authorize the doctor or designated staff to take x-rays, study models, photographs and other diagnostic aids deemed appropriate by doctor to make a thorough diagnosis of my dental needs. Upon such diagnosis, I authorize the doctor to perform all recommended treatment mutually agreed upon by me and to employ such assistance as required to provide proper care.
I agree to the use of anesthetic, sedatives and other medication as necessary. I fully understand that using anesthetic agents and other medications embodies certain risks. I understand that I can ask for a complete recital of any possible complications. Printed Name____________________________________________________ Date_____________________ Signature of Patient or Guardian________________________________________________________________ Truth in Lending
Payment is due in full the day services are rendered. We accept cash, checks, MasterCard, Visa, Discover and American Express. We also accept Care Credit, an outside financing company, which offers various no-interest payment plans. Brochures with more information about Care Credit are available upon request. Returned checks and balances older than 90 days are subject to additional collection charges, including interest of 1 ½% per month. We do not offer any in-office financing. Patient is ultimately responsible for balance on account, regardless of insurance coverage. Failure to provide us with 48 hour notice for all appointment changes can result in a $60 minimum charge. Printed Name____________________________________________________ Date_____________________ Signature of Patient or Guardian________________________________________________________________
Personal Information Date________________________________________ Date of Birth___________________________________ Name_________________________________________________________________________________________
Mailing Address_______________________________________________________________________________ City________________________________________ State________________ Zip Code________________ Home Phone______________________________ Work Phone______________________________________ Cell Phone________________________________ Email____________________________________________ Male
Patient referrals are greatly appreciated. Who may we thank for referring you? _____________________________________________________________________________________________ Primary Dental Insurance Information Subscriber’s Name____________________________________________________________________________ Date of Birth_____________________ Member ID/Social Security Number________________________ Insurance Company Name____________________________________________________________________
Phone Number__________________________________ Group Number___________________________ Secondary Dental Insurance Information
Subscriber’s Name___________________________________________________________________________ Date of Birth____________________ Member ID/Social Security Number________________________ Insurance Company Name____________________________________________________________________ Phone Number__________________________________ Group Number__________________________ Medical Information Emergency Contact________________________________________ Phone_______________________________ Physician_________________________________________________ Phone_______________________________ Are you currently under physician’s treatment for any issue? Yes
If yes, describe_____________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________________________
Are you allergic to, or had a reaction to: Penicillin Latex Local Anesthetic
Codeine Tetracycline Pain Medication Other Please describe____________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________________________
Have you been told you need to take antibiotics (premed) prior to dental visits? Yes No
If yes, why?________________________________________________________________________________
What did you take? _______________________________________________________________________
Are you taking, or have you ever taken, a bisphosphonate drug? Yes
(Boniva, Fosamax, Aredia, Zometa, Didronel, Actonel, Skelid or other)
Have you ever had a serious illness or major surgery? Yes No
If yes, please describe ____________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________________________ Do you use tobacco products? Yes No Women only:
Please list all medications (including over the counter, vitamins and herbs) and reason:
Medication/Dosage Do you have, or have you ever had, any of the following:
Mitral Valve Prolapse Hepatitis/Liver Problems
Frequent/Severe Headaches Rheumatic Fever Allergy
Bleeding Problems Blood Transfusions Anemia
Steroid Therapy (Cortisone/Hydrocortisone) Radiation Treatment to Head/Neck Do you have any health concerns/conditions not listed that could affect your dental treatment? Yes
If yes, please explain: __________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ Printed Name______________________________________________________ Date_____________________ Signature of Patient or Guardian___________________________________________________________________
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