Patient Signatures
Patient Agreement and Consent to Care
- The vision and medical insurance information I have provided Bensenville Eye Care is current and
accurate.
- I am responsible for notifying Bensenville Eye Care prior to my visit with any changes to my
insurances.
- The professional services I receive at Bensenville Eye Care will be based on my eye care needs and
wants. The
appropriate insurance will thus be billed. If I have medical eye conditions addressed, my medical
insurance will
be billed. If I am receiving a routine vision exam, my vision insurance (or if I have routine coverage
through my
medical insurance) will be billed. Sometimes my insurance benefits can be coordinated so portions can
go to my
medical insurance AND portions can go to my vision insurance.
- I understand that vision insurances (eg. VSP, EyeMed) ONLY cover routine vision exams/testing
and any other
eye issues/diagnoses/emergencies (eg. diabetes, cataracts, dry eye) are considered medical in
nature and will be
billed to my medical insurance.
- I authorize Bensenville Eye Care to submit all pertinent information to my insurance companies and
act as my
agent to help me maximize my insurance benefits as I receive individualized eye care.
- I authorize payment directly to Bensenville Eye Care.
- Bensenville Eye Care will make every effort to accurately quote and preauthorize insurance benefits
on my
behalf; however I understand that any discussion of insurance benefits by Bensenville Eye Care is an
estimation
only and not a guarantee of payment by an insurance company. Coverage and eligibility is solely
determined by
the insurance company.
- Any questions regarding my coverage, eligibility and benefits (payment) must be communicated by me
directly
with my insurance carrier, as I hold the contract with that company.
- If my insurance company requires a referral for my visit (HMO insurance), I am responsible for
making that
determination and making sure that referral is completed by the time of service. If this is not
done, I may be
personally responsible for the services rendered.
- All insurance co-pays and deductibles must be paid at the time of service.
- I understand that I am responsible for payment to Bensenville Eye Care on any claims that are 1)
applied to
deductible or co-insurance; 2) denied; 3) partially paid; 4) partially paid specifically due to the
carrier's arbitrary
determination of usual and customary rates; 5) beyond 120 days. If my insurance does not pay the claim
timely, it
is expected that I will get involved to help resolve my insurance claim and pay the outstanding
balance with
Bensenville Eye Care in full while insurance delays payment. If an insurance payment is received after
my
payment in full, a refund will be issued according to Bensenville Eye Care's credits policy.
- If I miss, cancel or reschedule an appointment with less than 24 hours of notice, I understand
there will be a
$39 fee.
- For returned checks due to non-sufficient funds, I understand there will be a $39 service
fee.
- 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 and appropriate billing.
- I consent to the doctor's 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 options.
- I consent to receive text messages, phone calls, emails or other communications related to my eye
care or account.
- I permit a copy of this authorization to be used in place of the original.
Acknowledgement of Patient Agreement and Consent to Care
- I have read and acknowledge the above Patient Agreement and Consent to Care.
- I certify that I do realize the risks and limitations involved in the contents of this form.
Patient Name:
Date:
Typed Name is the Same as Patient's Signature (or Parent/Guardian):
Acknowledgement of HIPAA Receipt
I acknowledge that I received a copy of Bensenville Eye Care's Notice of Privacy Practices (attached).
This notice
describes how Bensenville Eye Care may use and disclose my protected health information, certain
restrictions on the use
and disclosure of my health care information, and rights I may have regarding my protected health
information.
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Patient Name:
Date:
Typed Name is the Same as Patient's Signature (or Parent/Guardian):