I understand the importance of a truthful health history and that my dentist and his/her staff will rely on this information for treatment. I will not hold Carolina Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Center, its providers, or its staff responsible for any errors or omissions that I may have made in the completion of this form. I certify that I fully read and understand English, I understand the questions and statements on this medical history form, and I have answered them truthfully.
Parent or guardian (if minor or developmentally delayed) or Language interpreter signature
FEES & PAYMENTS I acknowledge and understand that payment is due at the time of service. Any payment arrangements must be made in accordance with terms of the financial policy provided by Carolina Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Center (COMSC), which is expressly made a part of this agreement. By signing below, I acknowledge that I have had the opportunity to review the Financial Policies (as posted online or in the office) and agree to abide by such policies. In addition, I understand that there may be separate fees associated with evaluation, imaging, pathology, sedation, and surgery services and that an estimate will be given to me upon request. I agree to pay deductibles, co-insurance and for all services not covered (for any reason) or not paid by my insurance carrier within 60 days of treatment or when a final payment/denial is processed. Account balances past 60 days are considered delinquent and will be assessed a 1.5% monthly (18% annual) service charge. Attorney and collection fees incurred to enforce payment by this agreement will be paid by the delinquent payer; whose failure to pay required such costs and services to be incurred. Failure to sign this agreement does not negate financial responsibility, as submission to treatment implies consent as outlined in this agreement.
Signature of patient: (Parent, if patient is under 18)
AUTHORITY FOR THE USE OF DISCLOSURE OF MY PROTECTED HEALTH INFORMATION (PHI) We will disclose healthcare information for necessary clinical purposes, to referring providers and to seek payment for service. My signature also authorizes this office to collect information about my prescription history from my pharmacy and insurers (as permitted by applicable law) and to other health care providers about my history, examination, diagnosis, and treatment course. In addition, I authorize communication by:
Voicemail and text communication
I understand that if the message is not sent in an encrypted manner there is a risk it could be accessed inappropriately; I still elect to receive email communication as selected. In addition to the allowable disclosures described in the Notice of Privacy Practices, I hereby specifically authorize disclosure of my protected health care information to the persons indicated below.
Signature of patient (Parent, if patient is under 18)
NOTICE OF PRIVACY PRACTICES ACKNOWLEDGEMENT I hereby authorize, as indicated by my signature below, that I have been provided a copy of the Notice of Privacy Practices for Carolina Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery Center. I understand that I may ask questions to Carolina Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Center employees if I do not understand any information contained in the Notice of Privacy Practices.
Signature of patient (Parent, if patient is under 18)
ASSIGNMENT OF BENEFITS (IF APPLICABLE) I understand that I am requesting professional services that are delivered and charged to the patient, not to my insurance company. Carolina Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Center cannot guarantee network participation or accept final responsibility for the collection of my insurance benefits because they are not a party to my insurance contract. It is my sole responsibility to see that all claims are paid promptly and to provide complete and accurate information prior to services being rendered. I understand that this office will not submit claims for any carrier retroactively, and I will not make this request after treatment has been received. I authorize Richard C. Adams, DDS, PC and Associates (dba Carolina Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Center) and its providers to release any information including the diagnosis and the records of any treatment or examination rendered to my insurance provider. I request my insurance to make payment, otherwise payable to me under the terms of my insurance contract, directly to the provider. I acknowledge that I am financially responsible for all costs of treatment, including any balance unpaid or denied by insurance for any reason.
Signature of patient (Parent, if patient is under 18)
MEDICAID (IF APPLICABLE) Under Federal law, Medicaid is generally the “payer of last resort,” meaning that Medicaid only pays for covered care and services if there are no other sources of payment available. Failure to notify Medicaid and/or providers of other insurance coverage is a violation of this law and may result in unexpected charges, including collection charges as indicated in this agreement. If you have Medicare, private or commercial insurance (through an individual policy, an employer, par-ents, or spouse) or you are unsure, please notify the receptionist before being seen. Please note that we WILL NOT bill (or submit claims) to Medicaid as sec-ondary. You will be financial responsible for all deductibles, coinsurance and for all non-covered services associated with the primary carrier.
Signature of patient (Parent, if patient is under 18)
MEDICARE (IF APPLICABLE) All providers at Carolina Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Center have legally opted-out as Medicare providers. Should you choose not to go to a Medicare Part B participating provider and to have services performed by one of our providers, you are required to sign a “Contract for Services to a Medicare Part B Beneficiary” agreeing to private payment for services and agreeing that Medicare will not be billed by either the patient or the provider.
Signature of patient (Parent, if patient is under 18)