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Pinehurst Chiropractic Center

315 Page RD Suite 11, 

Pinehurst, NC 28374
Phone: 910-295-1215

Fax: (910)295-1814

Website: www.pinehurstchiro.com

Past Health History

Smoking Status:
Have you experienced your present problem prior to this consult?
Have you had any major illnesses, broken bones, hospitalizations, accidents or surgeries since LAST visit?
Severity of Pain:
Severity of Pain:
Have you detected any possible relationship of your current complain with any of the following:
Describe the quality of the complaint/pain:
Does any of the following make the pain worse:
Does any of the following make it better:
Describe if pain is in a single spot or does it spread out:
Does it interfere with your daily activities:
Are you pregnant?*
Please select at least one option

Informed Consent

Medical doctors. chiropractic doctors, osteopaths, and physical therapists who perform manipulation are required by law to obtain your informed consent before starting treatment. 

I,____________________, Do hereby give my consent to the performance of conservative non-invasive treatment to the joints and soft tissues. I understand that the procedures may consist of manipulations/adjustments involving the movement of the joints and soft tissues. Physical therapy exercises may also be used. Although spinal and extremity manipulations/adjustment is considered to be one of the safest, most effective forms of therapy for musculoskeletal problems, I am aware there are possible risks and complications associated with the procedures as follows:

Soreness/Bruising: I am aware that like exercise it is common to experience muscle soreness and occasionally bruising in the first few treatments.

Dizziness: Temporary symptoms like dizziness and nausea can occur but are relatively rare.

Fractures/Joint Injury: I further understand that in isolated cases underlying physical defects, deformities or pathologies like weak bones from osteoporosis may render the patient susceptible to injury. When osteoporosis, degenerative disc, or other abnormality is detected, this office will proceed with extra caution.

Stroke: Although strokes happen with some frequency in our world, strokes from chiropractic adjustments are rare. I am aware that nerve or brain damage including stroke is reported once in a million to once in ten million treatments. Once in a million is about the same change as getting hit by lightning. Once in ten million is about the same chance as a normal dose of Aspirin or Tylenol causing death.

Physical Therapy Burns: Some of the therapies used in this office generate heat and may rarely cause a burn. Despite precautions, if a burn is obtained, there will be a temporary increase in pain and possible blistering. This should be reported to the doctor.

Tests have been or will be performed on me to minimize the risk of any complication from treatment and I freely assume the risk.

TREATMENT RESULTS

I also understand that there are beneficial effects associated with these treatment procedures including decreased pain, improved mobility and function, and reduced muscle spasms. However, I appreciate there is no certainty I will achieve these benefits.

I realize that the practice of medicine, including chiropractic, is not an exact science and I acknowledge that no guarantee has been made to me regarding the outcome of these procedures.

I agree to the performance of these procedures by my doctor and such other persons of the doctor's choosing.

ALTERNATIVE TREATMENTS AVAILABLE

Reasonable alternatives to these procedures have been explained to me including, rest, home applications of therapy, prescription or over-the-counter medications, exercises and possible surgery.

Medications: Medication can be used to reduce pain or inflammation. I am aware that long-term use or overuse of medication is always a cause for concern. Drugs may mask pathology, produce inadequate short-term relief, undesirable side effects, physical or psychological dependence, and may have to be continued indefinitely. Some medications may involve serious risk.

Rest/Exercise: It has been explained to me that simple rest is not likely to reverse pathology, although it may temporarily reduce inflammation and pain. The same is true of ice, heat or other home therapy. Prolonged bed rest contributes to weakened bones and joint stiffness. Exercises are of limited value but are not corrective of injured nerve and joint tissues.

Surgery: Surgery may be necessary for joint instability or serious disc rupture. Surgical risks may include unsuccessful outcome, complications, pain or reaction to anesthesia, and prolonged recovery.

Non-treatment: I understand the potential risks of refusing or neglecting care may include increased pain, scar/adhesion formation, restricted motion, possible nerve damage, increased inflammation, and worsening pathology. The aforementioned may complicate treatment making future recovery and rehabilitation more difficult and lengthy.

I have read or had read to me the above explanation of chiropractic treatment. Any questions I have had regarding these procedures have been answered to my satisfaction PRIOR TO MY SIGNING OF THIS CONSENT FORM. I have made my decision voluntarily and freely.

To attest to my consent to these procedures, I hereby affix my signature to this authorization for treatment.

Pinehurst Chiropractic Center 

Financial/Privacy Policy and Disclaimer

Insurance Verification

  • Insurance verification is not a guarantee of payment. Verification is only a quote of patient benefits. Insurance is only a quote of patient benefits. Insurance companies review charges individually and make payments accordingly. Charges not covered by insurance are the patient's responsibility and are due within 30 days of billing.

Deductible Payments

  • It is our policy to collect at the time of service. Once we receive an "Explanation of Benefits" report from the patient's insurance company, we will bill or credit the account of the remaining balance. Reimbursement checks can be issued upon request.

Collection of Patient Balance

  • Co-payments and co-insurance are the patient's responsibility and will be collected at the time of service.
  • If the "Explanation of Benefits" report shows the patient has an outstanding balance from services not covered by the individual insurance company, patients will receive a bill outlining these outstanding charges. Upon receipt, payment is due within 30 days. After 30 days, it is the clinic's policy to turn unpaid accounts over to a collections agency. Legal fees incurred from the collections process are the responsibility of the patient in addition to the previous balance.

Returned Checks

  • It is our policy to collect $25.00 for checks that are returned to us. This is to cover any feeds that apply fro the transaction. 

Appointment

  • If unable to keep an appointment, as a courtesy to our staff and other patients please give 24-hour notice. If it is continual problem there will be a $25 charge added to your account for each visit that is missed. The patient will be responsible for the payment.

Financial Policy Questions

  • We are happy to address questions regarding your account anytime. Please direct accounting questions to our billing administrator. 

HIPPA Privacy Policy

  • Attached to the patient information packet at the back of these forms is the HIPAA Notice of Privacy Practices Policy for you.
  • By signing below, the patient acknowledges that he/she has reicved the HIPAA Privacy Policy and that he/she understands and will comply with our financial policies. 

Authorization to Release Information to Family Members

Many of our patients allow family members such as their spouse, significant other, parents or children to call and request the result of tests, procedures and financial information. Under the requirements for H.I.P.A.A. we are not allowed to give this information to anyone without the patient's consent. If you wish to have your medical information, any diagnostic test results and/or financial information released to any family members you must sign this form. You have the right to revoke this consent, in writing, except where we have already made disclosures in reliance on your prior consent.

Authorization Details

YOU ARE ENTITLED TO A COPY OF THIS CONSENT AFTER YOU SIGN IT

Thank you for taking the time to fill out this form.

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